3. Fundamental Skills Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two types of variable?
A
Covariate
Factor
2
Q
What is a Covariate?
A
Quantitative variable, can either be Continuous or Discrete.
3
Q
What is a Factor?
A
Qualitative variable, can either be Ordinal or Nominal.
4
Q
What is an Ordinal Factor?
A
Data that has a natural order (like months or years).
5
Q
What is a Nominal Factor?
A
Data that has no natural order ( numbered locations).
