Which of These Constructs Cannot Be Measured Using a Ratio

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of these constructs cannot be measured using a ratio scale?

• A)height
• B)temperature
• C)number of children in a family
• D)driving speed

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Definitions:

Correlation

A statistical measure that describes the extent to which two variables change together, and the direction (positive or negative) of that relationship.

Magnitude

The size, extent, or importance of something, often quantified in terms of measurements or impact.

Case Study

An in-depth analysis of a particular subject, group, or event to explore causation in order to find underlying principles.

Analogue Experiment

A research method in which the researcher attempts to replicate or simulate under controlled conditions aspects of a real-life situation.