A Professor at a University Ranks Subjects Based on Students

question 59

Multiple Choice

A professor at a university ranks subjects based on students' preferences identified through a survey. He ranks science first, mathematics second, and management third. What type of measurement scale has the professor employed?

• A)Nominal
• B)Ordinal
• C)Interval
• D)Ratio

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Stimulus

An unconditioned stimulus is a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without prior conditioning in the realm of behavioral psychology.

Undesirable Behavior

Actions or conduct by an individual or group that are considered harmful or inappropriate within a specific context or society.

Reinforcement

A principle in behavioral psychology where the probability of a behavior is increased through rewards or decreased through punishment.

Punishment

The imposition of a penalty as retribution for an offense or wrongdoing.