Research Methods Flashcards
1
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Nominal scale
A
measurement based on a set of categories (values assigned to indicate different catergories
2
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Ordinal scale
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values assigned to indicate and order e.g- podium
3
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Ratio scale
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numbers that comprise an actual amount of something with equal units of measurement separating each score on the scale (has a real 0 point unlike interval scale)
4
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Interval scale
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numbers indicate an amount of something/ measurement separating two scores on a scale e.g- temperature
5
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Valid deductive argument
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collectively the premises provide exhaustive support for the conclusion
6
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Inductive arguements
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where specific observation provides support for a general explanation or theory
