Consider the following points on a scale: If the scale upon which points A , B , C , and D are shown is an ordinal scale, we can meaningfully say _________.
A) B - A D - C
B) B C /2
C) B = 2 A
D) CB

Question

Consider the following points on a scale:  If the scale upon which points A , B , C , and D are shown is an ordinal scale, we can meaningfully say _________.
A) B - A D - C 
B) B C /2 
C) B = 2 A 
D) C>B

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Since the scale is ordinal, we know that the points can be ranked in order. Therefore, we can meaningfully say that one point is greater than another, as in option D (C>B). However, we cannot assume any mathematical relationships between the points, such as in options A, B, and C.

Consider the Following Points on a Scale: If the Scale