The weight of an object, measured in grams, is an example of _____.
A) a continuous random variable
B) a discrete random variable
C) either a continuous or a discrete random variable, depending on the weight of the object
D) either a continuous or a discrete random variable, depending on the units of measurement

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A continuous random variable can take any value within a given range, and measurements of weight can be infinitely divisible (e.g. an object can weigh 25.1234 grams). Therefore, weight measured in grams is an example of a continuous random variable.

The Weight of an Object, Measured in Grams, Is an Example