How Might You Classify the Measurement Scale for the Variable

question 20

Multiple Choice

How might you classify the measurement scale for the variable labelled as cancer?

• A) Nominal
• B) Ordinal
• C) Interval
• D) Ratio

Comprehend the concept of systemic discrimination and its examples.

Analyze the realistic conflict theory and split labour market theory in the context of racial and ethnic discrimination.

Explore the mechanism of how prejudice is transformed into discrimination.

Understand the structure and impact of Canadian hate crime laws.

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Definitions:

Confounding Variables

External variables that can affect the outcome of an experiment, making it difficult to establish a clear cause-and-effect relationship.

Random Assignment

The assignment of participants to categories of an independent variable such that each participant has an equal chance of being assigned to each category.

Systematic Observation

An observational method that involves structured, consistent procedures for recording and analyzing phenomena.

Quasi-experimental Research

A research design that attempts to establish a cause-and-effect relationship but does not rely on random assignment.