The Motivation for Using an Index Number Is to ________________

question 75

Multiple Choice

The motivation for using an index number is to ________________.

• A)transform the data to a standard normal distribution
• B)transform the data for a linear model
• C)eliminate bias from the sample
• D)reduce data to an easier-to-use, more convenient form
• E)reduce the variance in the data

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Definitions:

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