When Describing a Nominal Variable,the Best Measure of Central Tendency

question 4

Multiple Choice

When describing a nominal variable,the best measure of central tendency to use is the

• A)mean.
• B)median.
• C)mode.
• D)standard deviation.

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Definitions:

Adrenocortical Insufficiency

A condition where the adrenal cortex produces insufficient steroid hormones, such as cortisol and aldosterone.

Addison Disease

A hormonal disorder that occurs when the adrenal glands produce insufficient amounts of certain hormones, notably cortisol and aldosterone.

Diabetes Insipidus

A condition characterized by excessive thirst and excretion of large amounts of severely diluted urine, with reduction of fluid intake having no effect on the concentration of the urine.