Question

find the mode for the data items in the given frequency distribution.
score, x | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8
frequency, f | 7 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 2
select the correct choice below and, if necessary, fill in the answer box within your choice.
a. the mode(s) is/are. (use a comma to separate answers as needed.)
b. there is no mode.

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the highest frequency

The frequencies are 7, 2, 3, 3, 8, 6, 3, 2. The highest frequency is 8.

Step2: Find the corresponding score

The score corresponding to the frequency of 8 is 5.

Answer:

A. The mode(s) is/are 5