When the Data Are Labels or Names Used to Identify

question 38

Multiple Choice

When the data are labels or names used to identify an attribute of the elements and the rank of the data is meaningful, the variable has which scale of measurement?

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

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Definitions:

Gustatory Region

The area of the brain responsible for the perception of taste, located primarily in the insular cortex and the frontal operculum.

Primary Somatosensory Cortex

The region of the brain responsible for processing sensory information from the body, including touch, temperature, and pain.

Tactile Stimulation

The application of touch or physical contact to stimulate sensory receptors in the skin, promoting emotional and physical health.

Reinforcement

Reinforcement is a process in behavioral psychology where a behavior is strengthened by a consequence, making it more likely the behavior will be repeated.