When the Categories of a Variable Can Be Ordered on Some

question 74

Multiple Choice

When the categories of a variable can be ordered on some continuum or dimension,that variable is said to be measured on at least a(n) _____ level.

• A)nominal
• B)ordinal
• C)interval
• D)ratio

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Definitions:

Retains

Refers to the portion of earnings or profits that a company decides to keep rather than distribute to shareholders as dividends, often used for reinvestment.

Constant Ratio

A strategy involving maintaining a fixed percentage allocation among different asset classes.

Dividend Payout Ratio

A financial metric that shows the percentage of earnings a company distributes to its shareholders in the form of dividends.

Profit Margin

A financial metric indicating the percentage of revenue that exceeds the costs associated with making and selling the product, calculated as net income divided by revenue.