If Data on a Particular Variable Are Skewed in the Positive

question 40

Multiple Choice

If data on a particular variable are skewed in the positive direction,then taking the square root can make the data look closer to a normal distribution.This is referred to as data ____.

• A)transformation
• B)translation
• C)imputation
• D)substitution

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Definitions:

Self-Report Measures

Research tools used to gather data by asking participants to report their own feelings, behaviors, or attitudes.

Socially Desirable

Behaving in ways that are viewed favorably by others, often to gain approval or avoid disapproval.

Positive Correlation

When one variable is high, the other variable tends to be high as well.

Socially Desirable

Behaviors or traits that are valued and approved of by a social group or society.