NCERT Class 11 Economics Statistics for Economics: Chapter 4 — TEXTUAL PRESENTATION OF DATA
This chapter from NCERT's Statistics for Economics, Class 11, focuses on the 'Presentation of Data'. It explains that after data collection and organization, data needs to be presented in a compact and comprehensible form. The chapter introduces three main forms of data presentation: Textual, Tabular, and Diagrammatic. It elaborates on Textual Presentation, where data is described within the text, noting its suitability for smaller datasets but also its drawback of requiring thorough reading for comprehension. Case studies illustrate how data can be embedded in text. The chapter also briefly introduces Tabular Presentation, defining rows, columns, and cells, and mentioning the four types of classification used: Qualitative, Quantitative, Temporal, and Spatial. Qualitative classification, based on attributes like sex or location, is exemplified.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 11 |
| Subject | Economics |
| Book | Statistics for Economics |
| Chapter | Chapter 4 — TEXTUAL PRESENTATION OF DATA |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 3 minutes |
| Word count | 545 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the need for data presentation.
- Differentiate between textual and tabular presentation of data.
- Identify the suitability of textual presentation for small datasets.
- Recognize the basic structure of a table (rows, columns, cells).
- Understand the concept of qualitative classification based on attributes.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Voluminous | Containing a great amount of information; large. |
| Compact | Closely and neatly packed together. |
| Comprehended | Understood. |
| Textual | Relating to or consisting of text. |
| Tabular | Arranged in a table or list. |
| Diagrammatic | Represented by a diagram. |
| Attributes | Qualities or characteristics. |
| Classification | The arrangement of items into groups or categories. |
| Qualitative | Relating to or measuring qualities. |
| Quantitative | Relating to or measuring quantities. |
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Practice questions
- What are the three main forms of data presentation? Answer: The three main forms are Textual, Tabular, and Diagrammatic presentation.
- When is textual presentation of data most suitable? Answer: Textual presentation is most suitable when the quantity of data is not too large.
- What is a drawback of textual presentation? Answer: A drawback is that one has to go through the complete text for comprehension.
- What are the components of a table? Answer: A table consists of rows, columns, and cells.
- Give an example of qualitative classification. Answer: Classification according to attributes like sex (male/female) or location (rural/urban) is qualitative.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary goal of data presentation?
The primary goal is to put collected data into a compact, presentable, usable, and easily comprehensible form.
What are the three main methods of presenting data?
The three main methods are textual, tabular, and diagrammatic presentation.
What is textual presentation?
Textual presentation involves describing data within the text itself.
What is a disadvantage of textual presentation?
It can be time-consuming to read through the entire text to understand the data.
What is tabular presentation?
Tabular presentation organizes data into rows and columns.
What is qualitative classification?
Qualitative classification is done based on attributes or characteristics, such as gender or location.
What does Table 4.1 in the chapter show?
Table 4.1 shows literacy rates in India by sex and location (rural/urban).
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NCERT Class 11 Economics — Statistics for Economics — Chapter 4 — TEXTUAL PRESENTATION OF DATA. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.