If a Research Team Has Asked a Sample of Politicians

question 53

Multiple Choice

If a research team has asked a sample of politicians to report the U.S.region in which they were born,the team should report the mode to indicate central tendency because region is a(n) ________ variable.

• A)categorical
• B)dichotomous
• C)ordinal
• D)nominal

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Definitions:

Civic Engagement

Participation in activities or efforts that aim to address issues of public concern and contribute to the well-being of the community.

Mortality

The state of being subject to death or the incidence of death within a population.

Elderly Women

Women of an advanced age, usually considered to be those aged 65 and older, who may experience unique social, health, and economic challenges.

Being Poor

Refers to the condition where an individual or family lacks the financial resources to meet basic needs for healthy living, often below a defined poverty threshold.