When data are in nominal form, the only information provided is
A) the frequency of occurrence within categories
B) greater than or less than, but not how much greater or less
C) the value of absolute zero
D) nominal data provide no information to the researcher

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Nominal data only provide information on the frequency of occurrence within categories. Nominal data do not have any inherent order or numerical value associated with each category, making it impossible to determine greater than or less than relationships. There is also no absolute zero in nominal data.

When Data Are in Nominal Form, the Only Information Provided