If a Statistic Is Designed for Nominal Level of Measurement

question 30

Multiple Choice

If a statistic is designed for nominal level of measurement, then it would be appropriate to use that statistic on data at all these levels of measurement EXCEPT:

• A)ordinal.
• B)interval.
• C)ratio.
• D)all of the answers are levels of measurement upon which it would be appropriate to use a statistic designed for nominal level.

Understand the key concepts and theories of Talcott Parsons regarding the social system.

Identify and critique the functionalist perspective on the unity and stability of society.

Analyze the functional prerequisites necessary for the survival and operation of social systems.

Recognize the critiques of structural functionalism in terms of its handling of social change, conflict, and cohesion.

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