Define classification. What are objectives of classification? - Vidyadip

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Define classification. What are objectives of classification?

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A classification is an ordered set of related categories used to group data according to its similarities. It consists of codes and descriptors and allows survey responses to be put into meaningful categories in order to produce useful data. Its objectives are as follows:

Organized data are attractive and impressive.
These are simple and easily understand-able.
Organization of data is useful in Comparison.
It saves time effort and energy by simplifying data.

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