Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE with Regard to Ratio

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE with regard to ratio scales?

• A) A ratio scale exhibits the property of identity.
• B) With a ratio scale, the comparison of the absolute magnitude of the numbers is legitimate.
• C) A ratio scale possesses a natural zero point.
• D) The geometric mean is a meaningful measure of average with a ratio scale.
• E) A ratio scale allows the comparison of absolute magnitudes but not the differences in magnitudes.

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