Which of the Following Is a Categorical Variable

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a categorical variable?

• A) Your age when you began college
• B) Your Social Security Number
• C) Your statistics class start time
• D) Your birth year

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Definitions:

Molecular Orbital

A region of space in a molecule where an electron is likely to be found, formed by the overlap of atomic orbitals from bonded atoms.

Atomic Orbitals

Mathematical functions describing the probable location of an electron around an atom, instrumental in the formation of chemical bonds.

Sigma Bonding

A type of covalent bond where electrons are shared in an area directly between atoms, involving the overlap of atomic orbitals.

Molecular Orbital

A region in a molecule where an electron is likely to be found, described by a mathematical function reflecting the wave-like properties of electrons.