Which Statement Is Not True Concerning the Clustering Solution If

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which statement is not true concerning the clustering solution if the variables are measured in vastly different units?

• A) We must standardize the data by rescaling each variable to have a mean of zero and standard deviation of unity.
• B) Standardization can reduce the differences between groups on variables that may best discriminate groups or clusters.
• C) It is desirable to eliminate outliers.
• D) The clustering solution will not be influenced by the units of measurement.

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Definitions:

Spinal Cord

A long, thin, tubular structure made up of nervous tissue, which extends from the brain down through the spinal column, playing a critical role in transmitting nerve signals between the brain and the rest of the body.

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