Discrete vs. Continuous

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What is the definition of discrete data?

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Discrete data refers to countable data that can take on only specific values, often whole numbers, such as the number of students in a class.

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What is the definition of continuous data?

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Continuous data refers to measurable data that can take on any value within a given range, such as height, weight, or time.

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Give an example of discrete data.

Back

The number of cars in a parking lot.

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Give an example of continuous data.

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The temperature in a room measured in degrees.

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Is the time it takes for a light bulb to burn out discrete or continuous?

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Continuous.

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Is the number of school lunches sold during the month discrete or continuous?

Back

Discrete.

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What type of data is represented by Joe losing an average of .5 pounds a week?

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Continuous.

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While driving to Florida, if Sophia averaged 72 m.p.h., what type of data is this?

Back

Continuous.

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What type of data is represented by the number of students in a school?

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Discrete.

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Can continuous data be represented on a number line?

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Yes, continuous data can be represented on a number line as it can take any value within a range.