If You Are Performing Cluster Analysis on the Same Data

question 56

Multiple Choice

If you are performing cluster analysis on the same data using different distance measures and then comparing the results across measures to determine stability of the solutions,you are at which stage of the cluster analysis process?

• A) interpreting and profiling the clusters
• B) deciding on the number of clusters
• C) assessing reliability and validity
• D) selecting a clustering procedure

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Definitions:

Break-Even Point

The point at which total costs and total revenue are equal, meaning no net loss or gain, and the business is not making a profit but is also not losing money.

Variable Costs

Costs that vary depending on how much is produced or sold.

Break-Even Point

The production level or sales volume at which total revenues equal total expenses, resulting in no net loss or gain.

Contribution Margin

The amount remaining from sales revenue after variable costs are deducted, contributing to covering fixed costs and generating profit.