A continuous probability distribution is characterized by a(n):
A) symmetric shape
B) series of spikes
C) density function
D) bounded shape

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A continuous probability distribution is characterized by a density function, which represents the probability density of a random variable taking on a certain value within a given range of values. The function is continuous and smooth, allowing for any value within the designated range to be a possible outcome, unlike a discrete probability distribution which is characterized by a series of spikes. The shape of the distribution can vary, but it is generally unbounded and may be symmetric or skewed.

A Continuous Probability Distribution Is Characterized by A(n)