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Statistics question from FAA exam, 2022 by JKSSB

In a frequency distribution, the median and mean is 12 and 13, find the mode.

Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Correct Answer: Option A — 10
Calculation: 
For a moderately skewed frequency distribution, the empirical relationship between the mean, median, and mode is given by the formula: {Mode} = 3 x {Median} - 2 \times \text{Mean}$$Identify the values: 

Median = 12Mean = 13

Apply the formula: {Mode} = 3(12) - 2(13) {Mode} = 36 - 26{Mode} = 10
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