Todd Is Studying the Effect of Popularity on Academic Success

question 45

Multiple Choice

Todd is studying the effect of popularity on academic success for his research methods project. He decides to measure popularity by asking each elementary school student to tell him how many friends he or she has. He assumes that more friends means the student is more popular. Which of the following best describes this variable?

• A)A ratio scale of measurement
• B)A qualitative variable
• C)An other-report measure
• D)A categorical variable

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Definitions:

Compromising

A process of making concessions to settle differences where both parties involved give up something to reach an agreement.

Problem-Solving

The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.

Mediation

A conflict resolution process where a neutral third party facilitates negotiations between disputing parties to help them reach a mutually acceptable agreement.

Voluntarily

Acting based on one's own free will or choice, rather than due to pressure or obligation.