CNSL 503 - Module 1 Question and
answers verified to pass 2025/2026
What are statistics? - correct answer ✔Statistics encompass the mathematical field that allows us to
organize, summarize, describe, and interpret different forms of information.
Name 3 reasons why statistics are important - correct answer ✔1. Statistics allow data to be described
and communicated succinctly and concisely.
2. Statistics allow inferences to be drawn about data, particularly when it is not feasible to collect
information from all members of a certain group.
3. Statistics equip us with the necessary tools needed to critically evaluate information.
Qualitative variables - correct answer ✔Variables measured in non-numerical terms, using categories
or labels
Quantitative variables - correct answer ✔Variables measured in numerical terms
Discrete variables - correct answer ✔Those that hold discrete values, such that they can be organized
into separate categories or counted using whole numbers
Continuous variables - correct answer ✔Variables that can theoretically be broken down into infinitely
smaller, fractional components
Name at least 3 examples of qualitative variables - correct answer ✔One's religion, ethnicity, eye color,
and career
Name at least 3 examples of quantitative variables - correct answer ✔Weight, height, heart rate, and
test scores
answers verified to pass 2025/2026
What are statistics? - correct answer ✔Statistics encompass the mathematical field that allows us to
organize, summarize, describe, and interpret different forms of information.
Name 3 reasons why statistics are important - correct answer ✔1. Statistics allow data to be described
and communicated succinctly and concisely.
2. Statistics allow inferences to be drawn about data, particularly when it is not feasible to collect
information from all members of a certain group.
3. Statistics equip us with the necessary tools needed to critically evaluate information.
Qualitative variables - correct answer ✔Variables measured in non-numerical terms, using categories
or labels
Quantitative variables - correct answer ✔Variables measured in numerical terms
Discrete variables - correct answer ✔Those that hold discrete values, such that they can be organized
into separate categories or counted using whole numbers
Continuous variables - correct answer ✔Variables that can theoretically be broken down into infinitely
smaller, fractional components
Name at least 3 examples of qualitative variables - correct answer ✔One's religion, ethnicity, eye color,
and career
Name at least 3 examples of quantitative variables - correct answer ✔Weight, height, heart rate, and
test scores
