If three possible values of a variable represent distinct categories of similar objects or events,the variable is referred to as a:
A)numerical variable.
B)categorical variable.
C)binary variable.
D)none of the above

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A categorical variable represents distinct categories or groups of objects/events, as opposed to numerical variables which represent numerical values or measurements. The options A and C (numerical and binary variables) do not accurately describe the scenario of representing distinct categories.

If Three Possible Values of a Variable Represent Distinct Categories