Categorical and Quantitative Variables

Categorical and Quantitative Variables

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Mathematics

12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a categorical variable?

Back

A categorical variable is a type of variable that can take on one of a limited, fixed number of possible values, assigning each individual or other unit of observation to a particular group or nominal category based on a qualitative property.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a quantitative variable?

Back

A quantitative variable is a type of variable that can be measured numerically and can take on an infinite number of values within a given range, allowing for mathematical operations.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a categorical variable.

Back

An example of a categorical variable is 'favorite color', where responses can be 'red', 'blue', 'green', etc.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a quantitative variable.

Back

An example of a quantitative variable is 'height in centimeters', which can be measured and expressed numerically.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of data is 'number of pets owned'?

Back

Quantitative data, as it represents a countable number.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of data is 'type of transportation used'?

Back

Categorical data, as it represents categories such as 'car', 'bus', 'bicycle', etc.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify categorical data in a survey?

Back

Categorical data can be identified by responses that are names or labels, such as 'yes' or 'no', or categories like 'gender' or 'favorite food'.

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