Continuous or a discrete random variable - library shelf

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A book is randomly chosen from a library shelf. For each of the following characteristics of the book, decide whether the characteristic is a continuous or a discrete random variable:

a. Weight of the book (e.g., 2.3 pounds).

b. Number of chapters in the book (e.g., 10 chapters).

c. Width of the book (e.g., 8 inches).

d. Type of book (0 = hardback or 1 = paperback).

e. Number of typographical errors in the book (e.g., 4 errors).

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