The Number of Legs on a Centipede Is an Example

question 93

Multiple Choice

The number of legs on a centipede is an example of a(an) _______ scale.

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

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Definitions:

Sodium

A chemical element with symbol Na and atomic number 11, essential for many body functions, including maintaining cellular function and blood pressure.

Urea

A waste product formed in the liver that is transported in the bloodstream to the kidneys for excretion in urine, commonly used to measure kidney function.

Nephrons

Nephrons are the functional units of the kidney, responsible for filtering blood and forming urine.

Phosphorylation

A biochemical process that involves the addition of a phosphate group to a molecule, often altering its function.