Determine Whether the Random Variable Described Is Discrete or Continuous

question 44

Multiple Choice

Determine whether the random variable described is discrete or continuous. The number of minutes you must wait in line at the grocery store

• A) discrete
• B) continuous

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Definitions:

Ocean Tides

The regular rise and fall of the sea level caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun on the Earth's oceans.

Turbines

Machines for producing continuous power in which a wheel or rotor, typically fitted with vanes, is made to revolve by a fast-moving flow of water, steam, gas, air, or other fluid.

Unison

The act of doing something at the same time as someone else or the condition of being in full agreement.

Authorities

Persons or organizations that possess legal or societal power and control, often responsible for making decisions and enforcing rules.