Which scale of measurement is most appropriate for the following variables –

nominal, or ordinal?

a. Political party affiliation (Democrat, Republican, unaffiliated).

b. Highest degree obtained (none, high school, bachelor’s, master’s, doctorate).

c. Patient condition (good, fair, serious, critical).

d. Hospital location (London, Boston, Madison, Rochester, Toronto).

e. Favorite beverage (beer, juice, milk, soft drink, wine, other).

f. How often feel depressed (never, occasionally, often, always).