The value of a random variable is the numerical outcome of a random event. A random variable can be discrete or continuous. Discrete variables represent countable values. Continuous variables can take on any value.
Random Variable: The number of files infected by a computer virus. Classification: Discrete. Explanation: See solution.
This type of variable represents countable values.
This type of variable can take on any value.
Let's now consider the given distribution.
the number of files infected by a computer virus
The random variable is the number of files infected by a computer virus. The files are finite and their number is countable. Therefore, the variable is discrete.
