Which Is the Most Basic Level of Measurement

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which is the most basic level of measurement?

• A) Nominal data
• B) Ordinal data
• C) Ratio data
• D) Interval data

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Definitions:

Taxes

Compulsory financial charges or some other type of levy imposed on a taxpayer by a governmental organization in order to fund government spending and various public expenditures.

Government Services

Various services provided by the government to citizens including education, healthcare, law enforcement, and public infrastructure.

Horizontal Equity

The principle that individuals with similar income or assets should be taxed at the same rate, reflecting fairness in tax policy.

Tax Policy

Refers to the principles and proposals governments use to design and implement taxes, affecting economic behavior, distribution of income, and fund public expenditures.