Chapter 1.1, Problem 1.2E

a)

To determine

To identify the individual’s description from given data set.

Answer to Problem 1.2E

It describes the hotel options.

Explanation of Solution

The Individuals are the objects which described by the set of data. The data describes the available options of hotels in which they describe the facility given in each hotel.

b)

To determine

To identify the quantitative variables from given data set.

Answer to Problem 1.2E

Number of Restaurants, Distance to competition and room rent are quantitative variables.

Explanation of Solution

Quantitative variable: The variable expressed numerically and it has numeric meaning.

Therefore, # Restaurants, Distance to competition and room rent are quantitative variables.

c)

To determine

To recommend which hotel would be good to choose.

Answer to Problem 1.2E

Courtyard.

Explanation of Solution

The data describes the available options of hotels in which they describe the facility given in each hotel. I would recommend the Courtyard hotel which is near from competition as well as it has low room rent and dinner available with room service.