Which of the following is not an example of discrete data?
A) Points earned in a basketball game
B) Points earned in a hockey game
C) Points earned in a diving match
D) Points earned in a soccer game

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Discrete data only takes on certain values and cannot be measured infinitely. Points earned in a basketball game, hockey game, and soccer game are all discrete data as they can only take on certain values (whole numbers). Points earned in a diving match can be measured infinitely (e.g. a diver can earn 6.5, 6.6, 6.7, etc.), making it an example of continuous data.

Which of the Following Is Not an Example of Discrete