Asked by Amrita Nijjer on Jul 31, 2024

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For what type of data are frequencies the only calculations that can be done?

A) Interval data
B) Nominal data
C) Ordinal data
D) None of these choices.

Nominal Data

Data classified into categories that cannot be ordered or ranked; purely qualitative.

Interval Data

A type of data measurement where the intervals between values are meaningful, allowing for arithmetic operations to be performed.

Ordinal Data

Data that is categorized into ordered levels, groups, or rankings, but the intervals between the ranks are not necessarily equal.

  • Discern the foundational descriptions and distinctions between nominal, ordinal, and interval data.
  • Understand the appropriate graphical representations and calculations for different types of data.
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Tatyanna AlstonAug 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Frequencies are the only calculations that can be done with nominal data because the categories in nominal data have no inherent order or numerical value.