For which of these examples of data would a frequency distribution be most useful?
A) Analysis of the lengths of copper tubing cut in a factory
B) Average weights of shipping containers
C) Count of the number of cars carrying passengers to a work car park
D) Duration spent in the gift shop by visitors to a tourist attraction

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A frequency distribution is most useful for categorical data or discrete data where you want to see how often each category or value occurs. Counting the number of cars carrying passengers is a discrete count that can be effectively summarized using a frequency distribution.

For Which of These Examples of Data Would a Frequency