Asked by Devin Scott on Jun 13, 2024

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A variable that belongs in mutually exclusive groups .

A) Confounding
B) Continuous
C) Controlled
D) Categorical

Categorical Variable

A variable that can take on a limited, and usually fixed, number of possible values, grouping individuals into categories.

  • Recognize the different categories of variables and understand their importance in designing research.
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Dayan QuinteroJun 18, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Categorical variables are those that place individuals or items into groups that are mutually exclusive and collectively exhaustive, meaning each individual or item can only be in one group at a time.