Question

Which of the following best describes the height of a child as they get older?


discrete and linear

continuous and linear

discrete and non-linear

continuous and non-linear

Answer 1

Discrete means that there are only certain values it can be, and it jumps instantly between those values. Continuous means it can be any value (within a certain range) and travels smoothly between values).

Answer 2

Linear means it changes at the same rate all the time (i.e. 1mm a week). non-linear means it might speed up or slow down at different times.

Answer 3

continuous and non-linear?

Answer 4

Yes, I'm fairly certain.