Which of the Following Is an Example of a Nominal

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a nominal scale of measurement?

• A) class standing (i.e.,are you a freshman,sophomore,junior,or senior?)
• B) ranking classmates from tallest to smallest
• C) temperature in Kelvin
• D) reaction time (in msec)
• E) percent correct

Understand the mechanisms of genetic expression and the role of the epigenome.

Explain the developmental processes and adaptations of the nervous system.

Recognize the role of genetics in determining physical and psychological traits.

Understand the effects and principles of teratogens on prenatal development.

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Definitions:

Positron Emission Tomography

An imaging technique that uses radioactive substances to visualize and measure metabolic processes in the body.

Neuroscientists

Scientists who study the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and neural networks.

Physiologists

Scientists who specialize in the study of the functions and mechanisms of living organisms.

Ethologists

Scientists who study the behavior of animals in their natural environment to understand universal and species-specific behaviors.