When the Data Are Labels or Names Used to Identify

question 38

Multiple Choice

When the data are labels or names used to identify an attribute of the elements and the rank of the data is meaningful, the variable has which scale of measurement?

• A) nominal
• B) ordinal
• C) interval
• D) ratio

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Definitions:

Blood Circulation

The movement of blood throughout the body, facilitated by the heart, to transport oxygen, nutrients, and other substances to tissues and organs.

Steroidal Hormones

Steroidal hormones are a class of hormones that are synthesized from cholesterol and include steroids such as estrogen, testosterone, and cortisol, which play critical roles in body functions and development.

Inhibin

A hormone involved in the regulation of the reproductive system, notably in inhibiting the production of follicle-stimulating hormone.

Estrogen

A group of steroid hormones which promote the development and maintenance of female characteristics of the body.