Question

state whether the data described below are discrete or continuous, and explain why. the numbers of ingredients in different recipes. choose the correct answer below. a. the data are discrete because the data can take on any value in an interval. b. the data are continuous because the data can take on any value in an interval. c. the data are continuous because the data can only take on specific values. d. the data are discrete because the data can only take on specific values.

Explanation:

Discrete data consists of distinct, separate values and cannot take on any value within an interval. The number of ingredients in recipes can only be whole - number values (e.g., 1, 2, 3 ingredients etc.) and not any value in between, like 2.5 ingredients. So, it is discrete.

Answer:

D. The data are discrete because the data can only take on specific values.