There are 6000 people who attended a political debate at a convention center. There are three candidates who are participating in the debate - Smith, Jones, and Roberts. You want to find out which candidate is most popular amongst the people attending. You ask 500 people as they walk into the convention center. Of the people surveyed, 40% say they prefer candidate Jones.
Which represents the variable in this scenario?
Select the correct answer below:
The three candidates - Mr. Smith, Mr. Jones, and Ms. Roberts
The 500 people surveyed
The 6000 people attending the debate
candidate preference