6 Questions
Which one of the following best describes a continuous variable?
A variable that has values in between any two given values.
Which one of the following best describes a discrete variable?
A variable that has a fixed set of distinct values.
Which one of the following is an example of a continuous variable?
Response time
Which one of the following statements best describes a continuous variable?
A continuous variable is one that can take on any value within a given range.
Which one of the following statements best describes a discrete variable?
A discrete variable is one that can only take on whole number values.
Which one of the following examples is a continuous variable?
The height of a person in centimeters.
Study Notes
Variables in Statistics
Continuous Variables
- A continuous variable is a type of variable that can take on any value within a certain range or interval
- Can be measured and have an infinite number of possible values
Discrete Variables
- A discrete variable is a type of variable that can only take on specific, distinct values
- Can only take on a specific number of values, and there is a gap between each value
Test your knowledge on continuous and discrete variables in this quiz. Learn the difference between these two types of variables and understand their characteristics.
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