Categorical Vs Quantitative Variable

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What is a categorical variable?

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A categorical variable is a type of variable that can take on one of a limited, fixed number of possible values, assigning each individual or other unit of observation to a particular group or nominal category on the basis of some qualitative property.

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What is a quantitative variable?

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A quantitative variable is a type of variable that can be measured numerically and can take on an infinite number of values within a given range, allowing for mathematical operations.

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Give an example of a categorical variable.

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Examples include hair color, gender, or type of pet.

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Give an example of a quantitative variable.

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Examples include height, weight, or age.

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What type of variable is 'Jersey Number'?

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Categorical variable.

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What type of variable is 'Number of Pairs of Shoes You Own'?

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Quantitative variable.

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What type of variable is 'Hair Color'?

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Categorical variable.

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What type of variable is 'Age of Oscar Winners'?

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Quantitative variable.

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How can categorical variables be represented visually?

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Categorical variables can be represented using bar charts or pie charts.

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How can quantitative variables be represented visually?

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Quantitative variables can be represented using histograms or line graphs.