Categorical vs. Numerical Data

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What is Categorical Data?

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Data that fits into one of several different groups.

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What is Numerical Data?

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Data that is based on numbers.

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Give an example of Categorical Data.

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Favorite color, type of pet, or sport played.

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Give an example of Numerical Data.

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Number of siblings, age, or height.

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What type of data is 'Do you have any brothers or sisters?'

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Categorical.

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What type of data is 'How many pets do you have?'

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Numerical.

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What type of data is 'What is your favorite sport?'

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Categorical.

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What type of data is 'How many sports do you play?'

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Numerical.

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Can Categorical Data be counted?

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No, it represents categories or groups.

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Can Numerical Data be measured?

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Yes, it represents quantities that can be measured.