When Using Non-Parametric Tests, Which Measure of Central Tendency Is

question 19

Multiple Choice

When using non-parametric tests, which measure of central tendency is preferred when summarizing a set of data?

• A) Median
• B) Mean
• C) Mode
• D) None of the above are appropriate.

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Definitions:

Concrete-Operational Children

Children in the Piagetian stage (approximately age 7-12) who can think logically about concrete objects and events.

Decentration

A cognitive developmental term referring to the ability to consider multiple aspects of a situation rather than focusing on a single perspective.

Transitivity

The principle that if A > B and B > C, then A > C.

Concrete-Operational Children

Describes children typically aged 7 to 11 years old who are in a developmental stage where they can logically think about concrete events but have difficulty understanding abstract or hypothetical concepts.