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2009

Mathematics

JAMB

The cumulative frequency curve above shows the distribution of the scores of 50 students in an examination. Find the 36th percentile scores?

A.

18%

B.

28%

C.

36%

D.

50%

Correct Answer: 28%

Explanation

the 36th percentile i.e. 36% of the total frequency of 50. 36/100 × 50 = 18 = From the graph, 18 on the vertical axis corresponds to28 on the horizontal axis. ∴ P36 = 28%

the 36th percentile i.e. 36% of the total frequency of 50. 36/100 × 50 = 18 = From the graph, 18 on the vertical axis corresponds to28 on the horizontal axis. ∴ P36 = 28%
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