measurement of scales

Question 1

system used to assign numbers to data in a way that reflects the underlying characteristics

Answer 1

measurement of scales

Question 2

importance of measurement of scales

Answer 2

• accurate data information
• choosing the right statistical analysis
• drawing valid conclusions
• effective communication

Question 3

property of “moreness”; more less or equal amounts of the given quantity

Answer 3

magnitude

Question 4

difference between two points at any place on the scale has the same meaning of difference

Answer 4

equal intervals

Question 5

obtained when nothing of the property being measured exists

Answer 5

absolute zero

Question 6

lowest level of measurement; qualitative in nature; variable is divided into several categories

Answer 6

nominal

Question 7

relatively low level of the property of magnitude, rank orderings

Answer 7

ordinal

Question 8

represents raw score magnitude, equal intervals between adjacent units on the scale, no absolute zero point, can add & subtract

Answer 8

interval

Question 9

highest level of measurement; can perform all mathematical operations, there is an absolute zero point

Answer 9

ratio

Question 10

characteristics of phenomenon which may take on dfferent values

Answer 10

variables

Question 11

have infinite number, can take form of decimals

Answer 11

continuous variable

Question 12

finite number, can’t take the form of variables

Answer 12

discrete variable