Comparisons Between Numerical Data from Different Countries Can Be Difficult

question 80

Multiple Choice

Comparisons between numerical data from different countries can be difficult because of all of the following EXCEPT ________.

• A)units of measurement might differ
• B)accuracy may vary across countries
• C)frequency of census data collection can differ
• D)differences in tax evasion rates affect reported business income
• E)language differs across countries

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