PRC-2 · Chapter 7 · Question 26 of 60
To find the precise class mark or mid-point of a grouped class, a researcher must:
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: B) Add the upper and lower limits and divide by two.
Explanation
The mid-point of a given class is calculated mathematically by taking the average of the upper and lower limits of that specific class.
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