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 students), while continuous data can take any value within a range (e.g., height, weight).

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Give an example of discrete data.

Back

The number of books in a library.

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Give an example of continuous data.

Back

The temperature in a room.

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What type of data is represented by the number of pets owned?

Back

Discrete.

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What type of data is represented by the time taken to run a race?

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Continuous.

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Can continuous data be measured?

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Yes, continuous data can be measured with precision.

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Can discrete data be counted?

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Yes, discrete data can be counted.

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What is an example of a question that yields continuous data?

Back

How much milk is in a jug?

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What is an example of a question that yields discrete data?

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How many students are in a classroom?

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Is the weight of a person discrete or continuous?

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Continuous.