To determine which measure of central tendency to use, we need to identify
A) the independent variable(s) and dependent variable.
B) the shape of the distribution and the scale of measurement.
C) the extraneous variables.
D) the standard deviation.

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The shape of the distribution and the scale of measurement are the two most important factors in determining which measure of central tendency to use. For example, if the distribution is symmetrical, we can use the mean as the measure of central tendency. However, if the distribution is skewed, the median may be a better choice. Additionally, the scale of measurement (nominal, ordinal, interval, or ratio) will also impact the choice of measure of central tendency.

To Determine Which Measure of Central Tendency to Use, We