A Survey Includes a Question Regarding Marital Status That Has

question 45

Multiple Choice

A survey includes a question regarding marital status that has the following responses: single, married, divorced, separated, or widowed. What is the scale of measurement for this question?

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

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Definitions:

Positivist Social Scientist

A researcher who applies empirical, scientific methods and quantitative analysis to study and understand social phenomena and behaviors.

Labeling Perspective

The theory that society's reaction and labels attached to behaviors or individuals can influence the perception of and contribute to deviant behavior.

Society

A group of individuals living together in a more or less ordered community that shares common customs, laws, and social structures.

Deviant Act

Behavior that violates social norms or values, which can range from minor breaches of etiquette to major violations such as criminal activity.