Exam 9: Measurement and Scaling

Obtaining scores on each of the individual variables that collectively define a concept and combining them into an single score according to a predefined set of rules results in something called a(n) _____.

A multi-item scale consists of a number of closely related individual statements (items or indicators).

Which of the following is an ordinal scale that asks respondents to rank a set of objects or characteristics in terms of preference, similarity, importance, or similar adjective?

Which of the following are examples of nonmetric scales?

A scale is a measurement tool that can be used to measure a question with a predetermined number of outcomes.

A requirement for a nominal scale is that its categories are exhaustive. This means _____.

John uses several variables that he feels collectively define the concept of "employee trust." He obtains scores on each of the individual variables and combines them into a(n) _____.

The distinguishing feature of _____ scales is the use of bipolar end points (or anchors). The end points are chosen to describe individuals, objects or events with opposite adjectives or adverbs.

A concept is an abstraction or idea formed by the perception of phenomena.

How many levels of measurement are available to the researcher?

A researcher administered a questionnaire that only allowed respondents to answer "yes" or "no" to each question. Which type of data analysis is appropriate for the type of data this researcher collects with this questionnaire?

Numerical scales differ from summated ratings scales in that _____.

All of the following are practical decisions when developing scales EXCEPT _____.

_____ validity is the extent to which the construct does not correlate with other measures that are different from it.