An Example of Interval Data Would Be ________

question 25

Multiple Choice

An example of interval data would be ________.

• A)classifying customers by geographical region
• B)rating a movie as bad,good,or excellent
• C)ranking potential employees by SAT scores
• D)comparing retail stores by number of units sold

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Definitions:

Imagined Loss

Freudian theory that the individual unconsciously interprets all types of loss events (e.g., job loss) in terms of grief, thereby raising the risk for depression.

Magnification / Catastrophizing

The cognitive distortion that involves seeing a situation as far worse than it actually is, often leading to heightened anxiety or stress.

Hypomanic Episode

A period characterized by a persistently elevated, expansive, or irritable mood that is distinctly different from the individual’s usual non-depressed mood and lasts at least four days.

Depressive Episode

A period characterized by symptoms of major depression, such as depressive mood or loss of interest and pleasure in daily activities, lasting for at least two weeks.