-The variables FECHLD, YEAR, and SEX have all been included in the GSS regularly since 1977. If the researchers removed the FILTER used to create Figure 7.1, and then re-ran the analyses, what would happen to the overall number of cases in the analysis?
A) The number of cases would likely decrease.
B) The number of cases would likely increase.
C) The number of cases would likely remain the same.

Question

-The variables FECHLD, YEAR, and SEX have all been included in the GSS regularly since 1977. If the researchers removed the FILTER used to create Figure 7.1, and then re-ran the analyses, what would happen to the overall number of cases in the analysis?
A) The number of cases would likely decrease. 
B) The number of cases would likely increase. 
C) The number of cases would likely remain the same.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Removing a filter typically increases the number of cases in an analysis because it allows for the inclusion of additional data that was previously excluded by the filter.

-The Variables FECHLD, YEAR, and SEX Have All Been Included