Researchers Examine the Impact of Nonpharmacologic Therapies on Vasomotor Symptoms

question 13

Multiple Choice

Researchers examine the impact of nonpharmacologic therapies on vasomotor symptoms. The therapies are recorded as yes or no to the use of acupuncture, exercise, relaxation, yoga, vitamin E or Omega-3 fatty acids. This is an example of what level of measurement?

• A) interval level
• B) nominal level
• C) ordinal level
• D) it cannot be analyzed because it is qualitative

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Definitions:

Aptitude Test

A standardized test designed to measure an individual's potential to acquire certain skills or knowledge.

Expected Performance

Anticipated or forecasted level of achievement or output based on certain criteria or conditions.

Predictor Variable

A variable that is used to make a prediction of an individual’s score on another variable (the criterion variable). Conceptually similar to an independent variable.

Aptitude Test

An examination designed to measure an individual’s potential to acquire skills or knowledge.