Question

For each type of data below, indicate whether it is nominal, ordinal, interval, or ratio. Please also indicate whether it is discrete or continuous.

(1) Number of chairs sold in a week.

(2) Name of your college dorm.

(3) Elevation (feet above sea level)

(4) Year in college (Junior, Senior, etc.)

(5) Time on a 12:00 hour clock with hands.

Answer 1

1)

Number of chairs sold in a week : ratio (discrete)

2) Name of your college dorm.: Nominal

3) Elevation (feet above sea level) : Interval ( Continuous)

4)  Year in college (Junior, Senior, etc.) : ordinal

5) Time on a 12:00 hour clock with hands : Interval ( Continuous)