Which of the Following Scales Would Be Used When the Information

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following scales would be used when the information is qualitative rather than quantitative?

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

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Definitions:

Salty

One of the basic tastes, often associated with the presence of sodium ions.

Receptor Cells

Specialized cells that detect specific types of energy (e.g., light, sound, chemicals) and convert them into neural signals for the brain to process.

Taste Bud

A sensory organ found on the tongue that perceives taste, including sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami.

Supertasters

Individuals with a heightened sense of taste, often having a higher density of taste buds on their tongue.