I Tests of Hypotheses for Nominal or Ordinal Levels of Measurement

question 27

Multiple Choice

i. Tests of hypotheses for nominal or ordinal levels of measurement are called nonparametric or distribution-free tests. ii. There is not one, but a family of chi-square distributions. There is a chi-square distribution for 1 degree of freedom, another for 2 degrees of freedom, another for 3 degrees of freedom, and so on.
iii. The shape of the chi-square distribution depends on the size of the sample.

• A) (i), (ii), and (iii) are all correct statements.
• B) (i) and (ii) are correct statements but not (iii).
• C) (i) and (iii) are correct statements but not (ii).
• D) (ii) and (iii) are correct statements but not (i).
• E) (i), (ii), and (iii) are all false statements.

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Definitions:

Proximity

The physical closeness between people which can influence attraction and relationship formation.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to give more attention to dispositional factors than is appropriate for a situation.

Mean, Angry Person

An individual who frequently exhibits hostility or irritability towards others without significant provocation.

Proximity

The physical or psychological closeness between people or objects, which can influence relationships and interactions.