As Defined in the Text, Measurement Consists of

question 22

Multiple Choice

As defined in the text, measurement consists of

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

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Definitions:

Prostatic Urethra

Part of the male urethra, approximately 2.5 cm in length, that passes through the prostate gland.

Semen

Penile ejaculate; thick, yellowish white, viscous fluid containing spermatozoa and secretions of the testes, seminal vesicles, prostate, and bulbourethral glands.

Emission

Discharge; accumulation of semen in the urethra prior to ejaculation. A nocturnal emission is a discharge of semen while asleep.

Ejaculation

The discharge of semen from the male reproductive tract as a result of sexual arousal.