Which of the Following Random Variables Is Not Continuous

question 134

Multiple Choice

Which of the following random variables is not continuous?

• A)the birth weight of a newborn baby
• B)the number of fumbles in a football game
• C)the length of life of a 60 watt light bulb
• D)time from take-off to landing of an airline flight
• E)the velocity of an asteroid

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Definitions:

Martin Seligman

A psychologist known for his work on positive psychology, learned helplessness, and for promoting concepts such as PERMA to characterize well-being.

Downward Comparison

A social comparison strategy where individuals compare themselves to others who are less competent or in a worse situation, which can boost self-esteem.

Self-effacing Bias

The tendency to attribute successes to external factors and failures to internal factors, often observed in some cultures.

Homogeneity Of Attribution

The tendency to assume that individuals within a group share the same attributes, beliefs, or characteristics, often leading to stereotypes.