Which Statement Is Not True About the Interval Scale

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which statement is not true about the interval scale?

• A) Both the zero point and the units of measurement are arbitrary.
• B) Only proportionate transformations of the form y = bx,where b is a positive constant are allowed.
• C) Numerically equal distances on the scale represent equal values in the characteristics being measured.
• D) All of the above are correct.

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