Professor Wellman Is Constructing a Demographic Questionnaire for Use in a Research

question 25

Multiple Choice

Professor Wellman is constructing a demographic questionnaire for use in a research project.One question asks students to report whether they are currently living in an "urban," "suburban," or "rural" setting.This is an example of a/an:

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

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Definitions:

Zimbardo's Research

A series of studies focused on understanding human behavior, particularly known for the Stanford Prison Experiment which explored the psychological effects of perceived power.

Reliability

The consistency and dependability of a measure or tool over time, indicating its ability to produce stable and accurate results.

Legitimate Reasons

Valid, logical, or justifiable grounds for an action, belief, or decision.

Research Results

Research results are the findings obtained from systematic investigation aimed at discovering new knowledge or validating existing knowledge.