Researchers Often Measure Social Class in Terms Of

question 54

Multiple Choice

Researchers often measure social class in terms of:

• A) income.
• B) power.
• C) social status.
• D) upward mobility.

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Definitions:

Sum of Squares

A statistical measure that quantifies the total deviation of data points from their mean, often used in variance and standard deviation calculations.

Coefficient of Correlation

A statistical measure that calculates the strength and direction of the relationship between two variables.

Linear Relationship

A type of correlation where there is a constant rate of change between two variables.

Dependent Variable

A variable in an experiment or study whose changes are determined by the presence or manipulation of one or more independent variables.