PRC-2 · Chapter 7 · Question 49 of 60
What is the defining visual difference between a histogram and a standard bar chart?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: C) Histograms represent continuous grouped data without gaps between the columns, while bar charts feature distinct gaps.
Explanation
Because histograms plot continuous class boundaries, their rectangular bars physically touch. Bar charts are used for discrete or categorical variables and therefore contain spacing between the bars.
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