At a Minimum, a Codebook Should Include All of the Following

question 33

Multiple Choice

At a minimum, a codebook should include all of the following EXCEPT:

• A) The results of the study.
• B) The variable name to be used in statistical analyses for each variable included in the data file.
• C) The column(s) in which each variable is located in the data file.
• D) A description of how each variable is coded.
• E) An explanation of how missing data are treated in the data file.

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Definitions:

Equity Investment

Investment in stock or equity interests of a company, representing ownership and often granting voting rights and dividends to the investor.

Fair Value Model

An accounting approach where assets and liabilities are revalued periodically to reflect their current market values rather than historical cost.

Amortized Cost Model

An accounting method where the carrying amount of a financial asset or liability is adjusted for amortization of discount/premium and impairment losses.

Year End

The end of a fiscal year when a company completes its accounting period and financial statements are prepared.