At a Minimum,a Codebook Should Include All of the Following

question 18

Multiple Choice

At a minimum,a codebook should include all of the following EXCEPT

• A)the results of the study.
• B)the variable name to be used in statistical analyses for each variable included in the data file.
• C)the column(s)in which each variable is located in the data file.
• D)a description of how each variable is coded.
• E)an explanation of how missing data are treated in the data file.

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Definitions:

American Psychiatric Association

A professional organization of psychiatrists and other mental health professionals dedicated to promoting mental health, supporting the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, and advancing psychiatry through education and research.

Psychological Disorders

Conditions characterized by abnormal thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that cause distress or impair functioning.

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual

A handbook used by healthcare professionals as the authoritative guide to diagnosing mental disorders.

International Classification

A system used globally for the standardized coding, classification, and analysis of data.