What is the Correct Value of X in the Histogram Study?

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The discussion revolves around determining the value of X in a histogram study where 75% of students sent X or fewer messages out of a maximum of 80 calls. The initial calculation suggests that X should be 60, but the book states it as 62. Upon further review, it is clarified that the book indicates 75% sent less than 62 messages, not that 62 is the value of X. The confusion stemmed from a misinterpretation of the wording in the book. Ultimately, the issue was resolved, confirming that there was no error in the book's answer.
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Homework Statement



There was study made, with a histogram shown below where the maximum number of calls made were 80, of the students who sent messages, 75% sent X or less, determine X.

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X/80= 0.75

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Now unless I'm missing something (which I'll proceed to lash myself if that's true) the answer should be 60, yet the book says 62.

Is this a misprint or am i missing something?
 
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I should have read the book answer more clearly, i just read it and it says 75% sent LESS than 62 messages, it didn't say 62 was the answer (i.e X)

Sorry folks false alarm, nothing to see here.
 

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