Which of the Following Can Be Represented by a Discrete

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can be represented by a discrete random variable?

• A) The circumference of a randomly generated circle
• B) The time of a flight between Chicago and New York
• C) The number of defective light bulbs in a sample of five
• D) The average distance achieved in a series of long jumps

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Definitions:

Machine-Hours

The total hours that machines are in operation during the production process, used as a basis for allocating manufacturing overhead.

Fixed Manufacturing Overhead

Costs associated with manufacturing that do not vary with the level of production, such as rent and salaries.

Volume Variance

The difference between the budgeted and actual volume of production, affecting the budgeted levels of costs or revenues.

Budgeted

The process of creating a plan for a company's financial operations, encompassing revenue, expenses, and capital usage.