Why Is It Important to Understand the Different Types of Measurement

question 15

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to understand the different types of measurement?

• A) Because the measurement level of a variable influences what can be done with it quantitatively
• B) Because some variables are better than others
• C) Because knowing the extent of variation in each variable is important
• D) Because researchers should only use certain types of variables

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