The ________ Should Be Used as a Measure of Location

question 70

Multiple Choice

The ________ should be used as a measure of location if the distribution is asymmetric and the variable is measured on an ordinal scale.

• A) mean
• B) mode
• C) median
• D) maxima
• E) ranking order

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Definitions:

Pessimistic Explanatory

A cognitive style where individuals tend to blame themselves for negative events and expect unfavorable outcomes..

Bipolar Disorder

A brain disorder manifesting as pronounced mood oscillations, including highs of mania or hypomania and lows of depression.

Depression

A psychological disorder marked by ongoing emotions of despair, desolation, and an absence of enthusiasm or joy in life activities.

Rumination

The process of continuously thinking about the same thoughts, often negative, which can interfere with solving problems or lead to psychological distress.