A _____ is a function that takes on a defined value for every point in the sample space.
A)discrete variable
B)random variable
C)dependent variable
D)continuous variable

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A random variable is a function that assigns a numerical value to each possible outcome of a random experiment or process. It can take on either a discrete or continuous value, depending on the nature of the experiment. Therefore, option A and D are not correct because they refer to the type of values a random variable can take on, rather than defining what a random variable is. Option C is also not correct because it describes a variable that is dependent on another variable, rather than describing a function that takes on defined values for every point in the sample space.

A _____ Is a Function That Takes on a Defined