For each variable, determine whether it is best thought of as discrete or continuous.

Answer
• a) Discrite.
,• b) Discrete.
,• c) Continuous.
,• d) Continuous.
Explanation
• Discrete variables,: countable values, you should always be able to count the values of this type of variables.
,• Continuous variables,: can take on any value within a range, infinite number of possible values within a range.
Based on the latter:
• The number of fellow classmates can be counted.
,• The number of defective compact disc can also be counted.
,• However, the body weight can take a value within a range.
,• Similarily, the reaction time study can take different values within a range.