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Numerical variable

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  • Learning AreaMathematics and Statistics
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A glossary of terms used in mathematics.

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    Numerical variable

    A property that may have different values for different individuals and for which these values result from counting or measuring. Measurement variables are numerical, as are whole-number variables.

    Alternative: quantitative variables

    See: measurement variablewhole-number variable

     

    Curriculum achievement objectives references

    Statistical investigation: Levels 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.

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