When the Data Have the Properties of Ordinal Data and the Interval

question 42

Multiple Choice

When the data have the properties of ordinal data and the interval between observations is expressed in terms of a fixed unit of measure, the variable has which scale of measurement?

• A) nominal
• B) ordinal
• C) interval
• D) ratio

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Definitions:

Units-Of-Production Method

A depreciation method that allocates an asset’s cost based on its usage, productivity, or units produced, rather than the passage of time.

Double Declining-Balance Method

A method of accelerated depreciation that doubles the straight-line depreciation rate, reducing the asset's book value more quickly in its early years.

Double Declining Balance

An accelerated method of depreciation which doubles the rate at which an asset is depreciated compared to the straight-line method.

Straight-Line Method

This approach spreads the cost of a fixed asset evenly over its expected productive life, ensuring a consistent depreciation expense each year.