Which of the Following Types of Scales Are Sometimes Referred

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of scales are sometimes referred to as graphic rating scales?

• A) noncomparative scales
• B) continuous rating scales
• C) itemized rating scales
• D) Likert scales
• E) none of the above

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Definitions:

Ordinal Scale

A ranking scale used to measure variable where the order of values is significant, but the difference between values is not uniform.

Rank Order

A method of arranging data points based on their value, from highest to lowest or vice versa.

Measurement

The process or the result of determining the size, length, or amount of something, usually according to a set of standard units.

Nominal Scale

A classification system where numerical or non-numerical data are categorized without a natural order or ranking.