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The distribution of income is an example of frequency distribution of

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AContinuous variable
BA discrete variable
CAn attribute
D(b) or (c)
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Correct Answer

✅ Option a — Continuous variable

All Options:

  • AContinuous variable
  • BA discrete variable
  • CAn attribute
  • D(b) or (c)

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Detailed Solution & Explanation

A variable is said to be continuous if it can assume any real value within a specified range, including fractional and decimal values. Income fits this definition because it is measured in monetary units (e.g., rupees and paise, dollars and cents) and can take any value along a continuous scale (for instance, a salary can be 54,320.50\displaystyle 54,320.50). When we group households or individuals by their income levels into class intervals (such as 0−10,000\displaystyle 0-10,000, 10,000−20,000\displaystyle 10,000-20,000, etc.), we are dealing with a continuous frequency distribution. - A **discrete variable** can only assume specific isolated, integer values (e.g., number of children in a family). - An **attribute** is a qualitative characteristic that cannot be measured numerically (e.g., gender, nationality). Therefore, the distribution of income is a frequency distribution of a continuous variable (Option A). 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.

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This topic carries 2-4 Marks weightage. Focus on understanding core concepts rather than memorizing.

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