The Median Cannot Be Found for Variables Measured at the Nominal

question 21

Multiple Choice

The median cannot be found for variables measured at the nominal level because

• A)there is no central tendency.
• B)the scores cannot be ranked or ordered.
• C)all of the cases are representative.
• D)the distribution is skeweD.

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Definitions:

Conditioned Response

An acquired reaction to a stimulus that initially had no specific response associated with it, but has since been paired with a natural stimulus, eliciting a learned reaction.

Neuron

A neuron is a specialized cell in the nervous system that transmits information to other nerve cells, muscle cells, or gland cells through electrical and chemical signals.

Subliminal Messages

Subliminal messages are stimuli below the threshold of conscious perception, often used in an attempt to influence the thoughts, feelings, or actions of individuals without their awareness.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that plays a crucial role in many essential functions, including hormone regulation, temperature control, and hunger.