Many people enjoy taking cruises for their vacations. Each cruise ship has different options and features. Which of the following is an example of a continuous quantitative variable that might be reported about each cruise ship?

A continuous quantitative variable is a numerical measurement that can take many values, including decimals. A ship’s average speed in the ocean can be measured, for example, as 20.5 knots, so it is continuous. The number of guest rooms and restaurants are counts, while engine type is categorical.

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