Which of the Following Is a Continuous Quantitative (Numerical) Variable

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a continuous quantitative (numerical) variable?

• A) The color of a student's eyes
• B) The number of employees of an insurance company
• C) The amount of milk produced by a cow in one 24-hour period
• D) The number of gallons of milk sold at the local grocery store yesterday

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Definitions:

Protein Digestion

The process of breaking down proteins into their constituent amino acids or peptides, primarily in the stomach and small intestine.

Pepsin

An enzyme in the stomach that breaks down proteins into peptides, initiating the digestion process.

Thymus

A small organ located in the upper chest, essential for the development of the body's immune system, particularly during early life.

Lymphoid Organs

Organs and tissues that produce, store, or process lymphocytes, which are critical components of the immune system; include lymph nodes, spleen, and thymus.