What Is the Lowest Level of Measurement for Which It

question 27

Multiple Choice

What is the lowest level of measurement for which it is permissible to calculate a mean?

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

Appreciating the importance of evidence-based methods in learning and critical thinking.

Understanding the implications of empirical research on common beliefs.

Comprehending the benefits of different note-taking strategies on learning outcomes.

Recognizing the importance of self-testing and rehearsal in learning.

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Definitions:

Manipulated

Altered or controlled in a deliberate way, often used in the context of variables in experimental research.

Variable

An element, feature, or factor that is liable to vary or change.

Continuous Variable

A type of variable that can take an infinite number of values within a given range.

Categorical Variable

A variable that can take on a limited, and usually fixed, number of possible values, grouping individuals into categories.