Which of the following distributions will definitely have Mean < Median < Mode? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following distributions will definitely have Mean < Median < Mode?
A. U-shaped distribution
B. Negatively skewed distribution
C. Positively skewed distribution
D. Symmetrical distribution
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
In a left-skewed (negative) distribution, extreme low values drag the mean down below the median and mode.

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