Different modeling types produce different results in JMP. To see an example of the differences, follow these steps:
1. Select Help > Sample Data Library and open Linnerud.jmp.
2. Select Analyze > Distribution.
3. Select Age and Weight and click Y, Columns.
4. Click OK.
Figure 5.4 Distribution Results for Age and Weight
Although Age and Weight are both numeric variables, they are not treated the same. Table 5.2 compares the differences between the results for weight and age.
Variable | Modeling Type | Results |
---|---|---|
Weight | Continuous | Histogram, Quantiles, and Summary Statistics |
Age | Ordinal | Bar chart and Frequencies |