Use the Following Information to Answer Questions (17) - (18)

question 38

Multiple Choice

Use the following information to answer questions (17) - (18) :
A large state university conducted a survey among their students and received 400 responses.
The survey asked the students to provide the following information:
* Age
* Year in School (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior)
* Major
-What type of graph would you use to describe the variable Major?

• A)A histogram because Major is a numerical variable.
• B)A histogram because Major is a categorical variable.
• C)A bar chart because Major is a numerical variable.
• D)A bar chart because Major is a categorical variable.

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Definitions:

Explanation

The act of making something clear or understandable by describing or presenting it in detail.

Bad-News Message

A communication method used to convey unfortunate or unfavorable information in a tactful and sensitive manner.

Buffer

A protective barrier or amount of leeway that allows for the absorption of shocks, errors, or unforeseen circumstances in various contexts.

Identifies

The action of recognizing and naming someone or something as being a particular person or thing.