, STA1506
ASSIGNMENT 1
Unique Nr.: 872780
2023
SOLUTIONS
QUESTION 1
Distinguish between the following terms as used in basic statistical computing and provide one
example of each.
(a) Categorical and numerical data. (5)
(b) Interval and Ratio data. (5)
(c) Continuous and Discrete data. (5)
(d) Internal and external data sources. (5)
ANSWERS
(a) Categorical and numerical data:
- Categorical data consists of non-numeric categories or labels. Example: Types of cars (Sedan, SUV,
Truck).
- Numerical data consists of quantitative values that can be measured or counted. Example: Heights
of students in a class.
ASSIGNMENT 1
Unique Nr.: 872780
2023
SOLUTIONS
QUESTION 1
Distinguish between the following terms as used in basic statistical computing and provide one
example of each.
(a) Categorical and numerical data. (5)
(b) Interval and Ratio data. (5)
(c) Continuous and Discrete data. (5)
(d) Internal and external data sources. (5)
ANSWERS
(a) Categorical and numerical data:
- Categorical data consists of non-numeric categories or labels. Example: Types of cars (Sedan, SUV,
Truck).
- Numerical data consists of quantitative values that can be measured or counted. Example: Heights
of students in a class.
