Quantiles can be used with ___ data only.
A) qualitative
B) quantitative
C) numerical
D) individual points of

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Quantiles are used to divide a data set into equal parts based on their numerical value. This can only be done with quantitative data, as qualitative data cannot be numerically ranked or ordered. Numerical data is essentially the same as quantitative data, so both terms could be applicable. Individual points are not relevant in the context of using quantiles.

Quantiles Can Be Used with ___ Data Only