The Nurse Researcher Opts to Group Frequency Data Using Large

question 21

Multiple Choice

The nurse researcher opts to group frequency data using large interval widths in a research study. Which problem may be encountered by using this type of interval widths?

• A) Overlap can occur.
• B) Patterns can be obscured.
• C) Means cannot be determined.
• D) Some data may not fit into any category.

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