In data classification, 'class width' refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In data classification, 'class width' refers to:
A. The midpoint of a class interval
B. The frequency of the modal class
C. The difference between upper and lower class limits
D. The number of classes in the distribution
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Class width (or class size) is the difference between the upper and lower boundaries of a class interval, determining the range of values grouped together in a frequency distribution.

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