One Problem with the Range (R)as a Measure of Dispersion

question 25

Multiple Choice

One problem with the range (R) as a measure of dispersion is that it

• A)is very difficult to calculate.
• B)ignores the most extreme scores.
• C)can be used only for nominal level variables.
• D)is based on only the most extreme scores.

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Definitions:

Long Run

A period of time in economics during which all inputs and conditions can be varied, allowing for full adjustment to changes.

Perfectly Competitive Market

A theoretical market structure characterized by an infinite number of buyers and sellers, where no single entity has the power to influence the market price.

Market Characteristics

Features that define a specific market, including the number of buyers and sellers, product differentiation, and level of competition.

Supply Curve

A graphical representation showing the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity of that good that sellers are willing to supply.