Which Guideline for Deciding on the Number of MDS Dimensions

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which guideline for deciding on the number of MDS dimensions warns that it is difficult to interpret configurations or maps derived in more than three dimensions?

• A)a priori knowledge
• B)interpretability of the spatial map
• C)ease of use
• D)elbow criterion

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Definitions:

Census

A study of every member of a population.

Sampling Frames

Databases or lists that are used to define and select the sample in a research study for the purpose of making generalizations about a population.

Geographic Areas

are defined regions or spaces on the Earth's surface, which can be identified by physical features, political boundaries, or cultural characteristics.

Sampling Interval

The standard distance or time between samples when sampling a population.