Discrete and Continuous Data

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What is Discrete Data?

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Discrete data refers to countable data that can take on only specific values. Examples include shoe sizes, number of students in a class, or the number of cars in a parking lot.

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What is Continuous Data?

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Continuous data refers to measurable data that can take on any value within a given range. Examples include height, weight, or temperature.

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Is shoe size an example of discrete or continuous data?

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Shoe size is an example of discrete data.

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Is a baby’s age in months an example of discrete or continuous data?

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A baby’s age in months is an example of continuous data.

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What type of data is represented by the number of instruments on a shelf?

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The number of instruments on a shelf is an example of discrete data.

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What type of data is represented by the square footage of a house?

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The square footage of a house is an example of continuous data.

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Is the number of items bought at the grocery store discrete or continuous data?

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The number of items bought at the grocery store is an example of discrete data.

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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.

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Can discrete data be represented on a number line?

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Discrete data can be represented on a number line, but only at specific points corresponding to the countable values.

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Give an example of continuous data in everyday life.

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An example of continuous data in everyday life is the temperature outside.