Which of the Following Examples Would Be Considered as a Continuous

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples would be considered as a continuous variable?

• A) Sex of participants
• B) University courses
• C) Rank order of preferred modules (e.g. 1 = like the most, 5 = like the least
• D) Heart rate

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Definitions:

Cognitive Skills

Abilities related to the process of knowing, including aspects such as awareness, perception, reasoning, and judgment.

Robert Siegler

An American psychologist known for his work in children's cognitive development, particularly in the areas of mathematical understanding and strategy choice.

Recognition

The action or process of acknowledging or honoring someone's status, achievements, rights, or existence, often as a form of validation or respect.

Recall

The cognitive process of retrieving information or memories from one’s past, unaided by explicit cues.