For Each of the Following Random Variables,indicate Whether the Variable

question 169

Essay

For each of the following random variables,indicate whether the variable is discrete or continuous,and specify the possible values that it can assume.
a.X = the number of traffic accidents in Albuquerque on a given day.
b.X = the amount of weight lost in a month by a randomly selected dieter.
c.X = the average number of children per family in a random sample of 175 families.
d.X = the number of households out of 10 surveyed that own a convection oven.
e.X = the time in minutes required to obtain service in a restaurant.

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Definitions:

Secondary Reinforcer

A stimulus that has become reinforcing by being associated with a primary reinforcer; it indirectly satisfies biological needs.

Neutral Value

A concept or object regarded as being without inherent positive or negative connotations or effects, often seen in a neutral context.

Past Experience

The knowledge and skills acquired through previous events or activities in one's life or career.

Prevalence

The proportion of a population found to have a condition at a specific time.