Numeric questions are powerful, but raw numbers can be hard to compare in a dashboard. Numeric question segmentation solves that by turning one numeric variable into a few clear ranges you can reuse everywhere.
In the video below we use Age as the example. However, the exact same setup works for any numeric field like tenure, spend, usage, or score bands.
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Numeric question segmentation, explained
Numeric question segmentation means you define range rules like “between X and Y” and then label the result as a new variable.
That new variable becomes a reusable breakdown. Instead of filtering each time, you can use the same groups consistently across dashboards and exports.
When ranges are better than raw numbers
Ranges work best when people need to compare groups quickly.
Common use cases:
● Age ranges (example in the video)
● Tenure bands (0–6 months, 6–12 months, 1–3 years)
● Spend tiers (low, mid, high)
● Usage frequency bands
● Score bands (for any 0–10 or 1–5 numeric score)
Using the grouped variable in cross tabs and exports
Once you create the grouped variable, you can use it as a breakdown in cross tabs.
That also makes reporting consistent. The same segments can flow into visual comparisons in exported PowerPoint charts, so you don’t rebuild the segmentation later.
FAQ
1. What is numeric question segmentation?
It is grouping a numeric variable into ranges so results are easier to compare.
2. Can I use this for tenure, spend, or usage?
Yes. Any numeric variable can be grouped into ranges.
3. How many ranges should I create?
Start with 3–5. Add more only if each range changes a decision.
4. What is a simple way to label ranges?
Use clear labels like “30–44” or “1–3 years,” plus a final “X+” range.
Make numeric reporting easier to share
Numeric segmentation keeps dashboards readable and exports consistent. You get clearer comparisons, better charts, and fewer one-off filters.
👉 See it in action: Browse our PowerPoint report templates and discover how clear reporting makes results easier to share.