Coding Males as 1 and Females as 0 in a Data

question 16

Multiple Choice

Coding males as 1 and females as 0 in a data set illustrates the use of:

• A) nominal variables
• B) dummy variables
• C) numerical variables
• D) ordinal variables

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Definitions:

Oedipus Complex

A phase in Freudian psychology where a child feels desire for the parent of the opposite sex and jealousy toward the parent of the same sex.

Sexual Attachment

Describes the emotional bond that develops between sexual partners, often influencing relationship dynamics and stability.

Jealousy

An emotion that arises from perceived threats to a relationship or social status, leading to feelings of insecurity or fear of loss.

Anal Stage

A phase in Freud's psychosexual development theory, occurring from ages 18 months to three years, when a child's focus is on controlling bladder and bowel movements.