With a ________________ Level of Measurement, the Numbers Assigned to Different

question 29

Multiple Choice

With a ________________ level of measurement, the numbers assigned to different attributes are arbitrary.

• A) ordinal
• B) nominal
• C) interval
• D) ratio

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Definitions:

Random Sampling

A method of selecting a subset of individuals from a population, where each individual has an equal chance of being chosen.

Correlation Coefficient

A statistical measure that describes the size and direction of a relationship between two or more variables, usually ranging from -1 to +1.

Statistical Index

A statistical index is a measurement that aggregates and quantifies data, often used for comparing and analyzing various indicators or trends over time.

Confounding Variable

An external factor in an experiment that can affect the results in a way that is not intended, making it difficult to establish a clear cause-and-effect relationship.