Question

state whether the data described below are discrete or continuous, and explain why. the tire pressures (in pounds per square inch) of tires on different cars. choose the correct answer below. a. the data are continuous because the data can only take on specific values. b. the data are continuous because the data can take on any value in an interval. c. the data are discrete because the data can take on any value in an interval. d. the data are discrete because the data can only take on specific values.

Explanation:

Continuous data can take on any value within an interval. Tire pressures can have values like 32.5 psi, 33.7 psi etc., not just specific whole - number values. So, tire pressures can take on any value in an interval.

Answer:

B. The data are continuous because the data can take on any value in an interval