Discrete or Continuous

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What is the difference between discrete and continuous data?

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Discrete data consists of distinct, separate values (e.g., number of goals scored), while continuous data can take any value within a range (e.g., amount of water in a bottle).

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Give an example of discrete data.

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An example of discrete data is the number of students in a classroom.

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Give an example of continuous data.

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An example of continuous data is the height of students in a class.

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What type of data is represented by shoe sizes?

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Shoe sizes are considered discrete data because they are distinct categories.

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What type of data is represented by the time it takes to complete a task?

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The time taken to complete a task is considered continuous data.

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Can the breed of a dog be classified as discrete or continuous data?

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The breed of a dog is neither discrete nor continuous as it is a categorical variable.

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What is a key characteristic of discrete data?

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Discrete data can only take specific, separate values and cannot be subdivided.

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What is a key characteristic of continuous data?

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Continuous data can take any value within a given range and can be subdivided infinitely.

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How would you classify the number of goals scored in a soccer match?

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The number of goals scored in a soccer match is classified as discrete data.

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How would you classify the amount of liquid in a container?

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The amount of liquid in a container is classified as continuous data.