As Defined in the Text, Measurement Consists Of

question 36

Multiple Choice

As defined in the text, measurement consists of:

• A) the assignment of numbers (representing quantities of attributes) to objects according to rules.
• B) using a given scale to make comparisons.
• C) determining the frequency of a particular attribute.
• D) the assigning of numbers (denoting aggregates of properties) solely for identification purposes.
• E) numbers which can be assigned to the physical properties of objects.

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