Which of the Following Scales Represents the Less Sophisticated Level

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following scales represents the less sophisticated level of measurement?

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

Recognize and explain adaptations and characteristics of plant and animal life in different biomes.

Describe the effects of climatic and environmental changes on biomes, including mountain biomes and their role as sanctuaries.

Analyze the reasons for the biodiversity differences among various forest types, including coniferous, deciduous, and tropical rain forests.

Understand the geographic and climatic factors that influence the location and characteristics of deserts.

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Definitions:

Dividend Growth Model

A model that estimates the value of a dividend-paying stock, based on the assumption that its dividends will continue to grow at a constant rate in the foreseeable future.

Cost of Equity

The return that investors expect for investing in a company's equity, representing the compensation for their risk.

SML Approach

Security Market Line approach; a graphical representation of the expected return of investments as a function of their systematic, non-diversifiable risk.

Cost of Capital

The rate of return that a company must earn on its investments to maintain its market value and satisfy its shareholders or debtholders.