In Which of the Following Situations Could a Research Analyst

question 2

Multiple Choice

In which of the following situations could a research analyst use discriminant analysis?

• A) A real estate development company wants to estimate the probable sales of construction services on the basis of marriage rates, population movement in the region, and interest rates on construction loans
• B) A psychologist wants to understand the underlying personality factors associated with materialism in consumers
• C) An airline wants to classify its customers into groups based on their relative profitability
• D) The brand manager for Tide laundry detergent wants to understand how consumers perceive Tide relative to other laundry detergents
• E) A retail store wants to determine if there are differences in shopping frequency associated with gender

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Definitions:

Social Worker

A professional trained to provide support, resources, and assistance to individuals or communities, often in addressing social, emotional, or economic challenges.

Client's Decision

A term referring to the choices or judgments made by clients, especially in the context of professional advice or therapy.

Community Contact

Interaction or communication between individuals or organizations and the broader community for purposes such as outreach, engagement, or service.

Developing Resources

involves identifying, creating, or aggregating tools, supports, or assets that can be used to improve outcomes in various contexts.