Data derived from a nominal or ordinal scale are ________.
A)metric data
B)independent data
C)nonmetric data
D)paired data

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Data derived from a nominal or ordinal scale are considered nonmetric data because they cannot be measured on a numerical scale. Metric data, also known as interval or ratio scale data, can be measured on a numerical scale. Independent and paired data are not relevant to the type of scale used for the data.

Data Derived from a Nominal or Ordinal Scale Are ________