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 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 3
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 highest frequencies

The frequencies are 6, 1, 5, 7, 6, 6, 5, 3. The highest frequency is 7.

Step2: Find corresponding score

The score corresponding to the frequency of 7 is 4.

Answer:

A. The mode(s) is/are 4