MATHEMATICS · Multi-part · AP · AP Statistics · Exploring One-Variable Data · Exploring One-Variable Data
Problem
Classify each variable as categorical, discrete, or continuous.
If the variable is categorical, list some possible categories.
If the variable is quantitative, suggest possible values or a range of values the variable may take.
(1) - a The number of brothers a person has.
(2) - b The colours of lollies in a packet.
(3) - c The time children spend brushing their teeth each day.
(4) - d The heights of the trees in a garden.
(5) - e The brand of car a person drives.
(6) - f The number of petrol pumps at a service station.
(7) - g The most popular holiday destinations.
(8) - h The scores out of 10 in a diving competition.
(9) - i The amount of water a person drinks each day.
(10) - j The number of hours spent per week at work.
(11) - k The average temperatures of various cities.
(12) - l The items students ate for breakfast before coming to school.
(13) - m The number of televisions in each house.