If the cumulative frequency are plotted on axis then which type of curve is formed
Options
AOgive
BFrequency curve
CHistogram
DFrequency Polygon
For any discrepancies in this question, email contact@cadada.in
Statistical Representation of DataMCQPYQ June 22Question 2700 of 295
All Questions Correct Answer
✅ Option a — Ogive
All Options:
- AOgive
- BFrequency curve
- CHistogram
- DFrequency Polygon
Ad
Ad
Detailed Solution & Explanation
When the cumulative frequencies of a grouped distribution are plotted against the corresponding class boundaries, the resulting graph is called an **Ogive** (or a cumulative frequency graph).
Specifically:
- If we plot the 'less than' cumulative frequencies against the upper class boundaries, we obtain a "Less than Ogive" (an upward-sloping curve).
- If we plot the 'more than' cumulative frequencies against the lower class boundaries, we obtain a "More than Ogive" (a downward-sloping curve).
Other options:
- A **Frequency curve** is a smoothed version of a frequency polygon.
- A **Histogram** is constructed using class intervals and class frequencies (not cumulative frequencies).
- A **Frequency Polygon** is formed by joining the mid-points of the tops of the rectangles of a histogram.
Therefore, plotting cumulative frequencies yields an Ogive.
Hence, **Option A** is the correct answer.
About This Chapter: Statistical Representation of Data
Paper
Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude
Weightage
2-4 Marks
Key Topics
Data, Frequency Distribution, Graphical Representation
This chapter covers Data, Frequency Distribution, Graphical Representation and is part of Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude in the CA Foundation exam.
View Official ICAI SyllabusExam Strategy Tip
This topic carries 2-4 Marks weightage. Focus on understanding core concepts rather than memorizing.
Related Comparison Tables
More Questions from Statistical Representation of Data
Ready to Master Statistical Representation of Data?
Practice all 295 questions with instant feedback, earn XP, track your streaks, and ace your CA Foundation exam.
Start Practicing — It's Free