The classification of student year of study (first year,second year,third year,honours)is an example of
A) a categorical random variable.
B) a discrete random variable.
C) a continuous random variable.
D) a parameter.

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The classification of student year of study is a categorical variable because it consists of distinct categories or groups (i.e. first year, second year, third year, and honours) rather than numerical values that can be measured or ordered.

The Classification of Student Year of Study (First Year,second Year,third