Likert Scales Are Frequently Used in Psychology to Measure Intangible

question 26

Multiple Choice

Likert scales are frequently used in psychology to measure intangible phenomena such as motivation. If a five-point Likert scale was used to determine an individual's motivation to perform a specific task, which of following best describes the variable?

• A) Discrete variable
• B) Continuous variable
• C) Ratio variable
• D) Nominal variable

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Definitions:

Decrease Costs

The process or strategy of reducing the amount of money required for operations, production, or other activities within an organization.

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The process of enhancing the income generated by a business through either increased sales, improved pricing strategies, or expanding market reach.

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