Question

at a water park, there are several different attractions. the following table displays data on the most popular rides.

ride	big drop	dark chute	river rapids	wild thunder	splash shoot
speed (mph)	20	20	15	18	15
tunnel	no	yes	no	no	yes
maximum weight (lbs)	250	275	300	250	150
rider type	single - rider	4 - person tube	single - rider	double tube	single - rider

what is the number and type of variables?
1 categorical, 5 numerical
2 categorical, 4 numerical
3 categorical, 3 numerical
4 categorical, 2 numerical

Explanation:

Step1: Identify categorical variables

Categorical variables: Type, Tunnel, Rider Type (3 total)

Step2: Identify numerical variables

Numerical variables: Speed (mph), Maximum Weight (lbs) (2 total)

Answer:

3 categorical, 2 numerical