If all observations fit into only one category, the variable is said to be:

1. Discrete
2. Categorical
3. Mutually exclusive
4. Exhaustive

QUESTION 2

A variable that can take on an infinite number of values is known as:

1. Continuous
2. Discrete
3. Quantitative
4. Ratio

QUESTION 3

Inferential statistics can be used to

1. Describe patterns in the data
2. Make conclusions about the population

QUESTION 4

Identify the correct level of measurement for the following variable: Level of satisfaction (strongly agree to strong disagree)

1. Nominal
2. Ordinal
3. Interval/Ratio

QUESTION 5

A study is examining how the crime rate in different neighborhoods change after implementing a new crime control policy. What is the unit of analysis in this study?

1. The individual
2. The neighborhood
3. The crime level
4. The police force

QUESTION 6

True or False: Using sample statistics to draw conclusions about a population is known as inferential statistics.

1. True
2. False

QUESTION 7

True or False: The following statement is a scientific statement. The more times an inmate in written up for a rule infraction the less likely they are to get parole.

1. True
2. False

QUESTION 8

Which of the following can cause measurement error?

1. Response error
2. Observer error
3. Sampling error
4. All of the above

QUESTION 9

Identify the correct level of measurement for the following variable: Favorite Movie Genre

1. Nominal
2. Ordinal
3. Interval/Ratio

QUESTION 10

A researcher is interested in whether participating in drug court reduces recidivism. Identify the dependent variable.

1. Drug court
2. Reduced recidivism
3. Participation in drug court
4. Likelihood of recidivism