Identifying Continuous Variable
Which of the following is classified as a CONTINUOUS variable?
- Number appearing on a dice
- Population of a city
- Temperature — Correct Answer
- Number of cars on a road
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Temperature is a continuous variable — it can take any value including decimals (e.g., 36.5°C, 37.2°C, 38.75°C).
Continuous Variables:
- Temperature, Area, Volume, Height, Weight, Time, Distance, Rainfall, Crop Yield, Age
Discrete Variables:
- Number on dice, Population, Number of cars, Number of students, Number of cell phones
Key Test:
Can it take any value between two points? → Continuous. Can it only take specific whole/fixed values? → Discrete.
📚 About this Topic — CH-3: Organisation of Data
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