In the Distance or Dissimilarity Matrix for a Cluster Analysis

question 18

Multiple Choice

In the distance or dissimilarity matrix for a cluster analysis using squared Euclidean distance,the larger the number

• A) the more unlike the pair
• B) the more alike the pair
• C) the tighter the cluster
• D) the larger the loading

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