Discrete vs Continuous

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What is the definition of a discrete variable?

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A discrete variable is a type of quantitative variable that can take on a countable number of values. Examples include the number of students in a class or the number of cars in a parking lot.

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What is the definition of a continuous variable?

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A continuous variable is a type of quantitative variable that can take on an infinite number of values within a given range. Examples include height, weight, and time.

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Give an example of a discrete variable.

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The number of school lunches sold during the month.

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Give an example of a continuous variable.

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The time it takes for a light bulb to burn out.

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What type of graph is typically used to represent discrete data?

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Bar graphs are commonly used to represent discrete data.

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What type of graph is typically used to represent continuous data?

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Line graphs are commonly used to represent continuous data.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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Is the number of suitcases lost by airlines discrete or continuous?

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Discrete.

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Is the growth of a plant over time discrete or continuous?

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Continuous.

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What is an example of a situation that can be modeled as a continuous variable?

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The average speed of a car while driving.

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CCSS.HSF-LE.A.1B

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What is an example of a situation that can be modeled as a discrete variable?

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The number of students attending a school event.