3) A researcher measures two individuals and then uses the resulting scores to make a statement comparing the two individuals. For each of the following statements, identify the scale of measurement (nominal, ordinal, interval, ratio) that the researcher used.

I can only say that the two individuals are different.

I can say that one individual scored 6 points higher than the other.

I can say that one individual scored higher than the other, but I cannot specify how much higher.

I can say that the score for one individual is twice as large as the score for the other individual.

17) Probability (p) value is also known as:

range.

power.

alpha.

frequency.

20) If a variable can take any value between 0 and 15, then this variable is called a ........ variable.

discrete

discrete and quantitative

continuous and qualitative

continuous

22) In a recent study, researchers learned there is a statistically significant higher increase in patient satisfaction in patients who participate in teach-back methodology incorporated into their discharge instructions. Which is the independent variable?

Teach-back methodology

Discharge instructions

Patient satisfaction

Patient education