Scale + Discrete vs. Continuous

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What is a discrete variable?

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A discrete variable is a type of variable that can take on a countable number of distinct values. Examples include the number of students in a class or the number of orange Skittles in a bag.

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What is a continuous variable?

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A continuous variable is a type of 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 height of a plant measured over time.

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What type of graph represents discrete data?

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A bar graph is commonly used to represent discrete data.

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What type of graph represents continuous data?

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A line graph is commonly used to represent continuous data.

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How can you identify a discrete graph?

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A discrete graph consists of distinct points that are not connected, indicating separate values.

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How can you identify a continuous graph?

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A continuous graph is represented by a smooth line or curve, indicating that the values flow without interruption.

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What is the relationship between discrete variables and counting?

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Discrete variables are often associated with counting, as they represent whole numbers or distinct categories.

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What is the relationship between continuous variables and measurement?

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Continuous variables are often associated with measurement, as they can take on any value within a range.