Question 1

________ are statistical techniques that attempt to group data based on underlying similarity, and thus allow for interpretation of the data structures. No distinction is made as to which variables are dependent and which are independent.
A)Interdependence techniques
B)Dependence techniques
C)Multivariate techniques
D)Univariate techniques

Accepted Answer

Interdependence techniques are statistical methods that focus on grouping data based on underlying similarities without distinguishing between dependent and independent variables. These techniques are used to interpret data structures by analyzing the relationships among multiple variables simultaneously.

Question 2

In Excel the ________ statement can be used to make a logical check.
A) If
B)ElseIf
C)Else
D)EndIf

Accepted Answer

The If statement is used to make a logical check in Excel. It allows a user to perform specific actions based on whether a certain condition is true or false. The ElseIf, Else, and EndIf statements are used in conjunction with the If statement to provide additional conditions or actions.

Question 3

Give a brief overview of the data-preparation process.

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

________ requires that the data from each respondent be analyzed separately.
A)Cross-cultural analysis
B)Individual-level analysis
C)Pancultural analysis
D)Intracultural analysis

Accepted Answer

Individual-level analysis requires that data from each respondent be analyzed separately, as opposed to cross-cultural analysis which compares data across different cultures, pancultural analysis which assumes universal human behavior, and intracultural analysis which focuses on variation within a particular culture.

Question 5

________ is within-country analysis of international data.
A)Cross-cultural analysis
B)Individual-level analysis
C)Pancultural analysis
D)Intracultural analysis

Accepted Answer

Intracultural analysis is the within-country analysis of international data, focusing on understanding cultural variations within one specific culture or country. Cross-cultural analysis compares cultural similarities and differences across multiple countries or cultures, individual-level analysis examines the behavior and characteristics of individual people within a cultural context, and pancultural analysis looks for universal characteristics across many different cultures.

Question 6

The major multivariate technique for examining ________, is factor analysis.
A)variable interdependence
B)one dependent variable
C)more than one dependent variable
D)interobject similarity

Accepted Answer

Factor analysis is primarily used for examining the interdependence among variables.

Question 7

In ________, also known as across-countries analysis, the data of all the respondents can be pooled and analyzed.
A)Cross-cultural analysis
B)Individual-level analysis
C)Pancultural analysis
D)Intracultural analysis

Accepted Answer

Pancultural analysis involves pooling data from respondents across multiple countries and analyzing them as a whole, without considering cultural or individual differences. This approach allows for the identification of universal patterns or trends that exist across cultures.

Question 8

________ is a multivariate dependence technique with more than one dependent variable.
A)Two-group discriminant analysis
B)Multiple regression
C)Multidimensional scaling
D)Multiple discriminant analysis

Accepted Answer

Multiple discriminant analysis is a technique used to analyze the relationship between multiple dependent variables and one or more independent variables. Therefore, it fits the description of a multivariate dependence technique with more than one dependent variable, making it the best choice for this question.

Question 9

Write an example question and its associated coding for (1)a structured question that allows only a single response with less than nine possible choices and (2)a structured question that permits multiple responses.

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

For multivariate statistical techniques, when there is ________, cluster analysis and multidimensional scaling can be used.
A)variable interdependence
B)one dependent variable
C)more than one dependent variable
D)interobject similarity

Accepted Answer

Cluster analysis and multidimensional scaling are useful when there is a need to identify patterns of interobject similarity, such as when dealing with consumer behavior, market segmentation, or genetic clustering. These techniques do not require dependent variables and are primarily used to identify underlying structures or groupings in complex data sets.

Question 11

When utilizing univariate techniques, for nonmetric data, when there is (are)________, sign, McNemar, and Wilcoxon tests can be used.
A)only one sample
B)two independent samples
C)more than two dependent samples
D)two or more related samples

Accepted Answer

The sign, McNemar, and Wilcoxon tests are appropriate for nonmetric data with two or more related samples. Therefore, the best choice(s) is option D with the explanation given.

Question 12

Univariate techniques can be classified based on ________.
A)whether the data are metric or nonmetric
B)whether one, or two or more samples are involved
C)whether interdependence techniques or dependence techniques are to be used
D)A and B are correct

Accepted Answer

Univariate techniques can be classified based on whether the data are metric or nonmetric, and whether one, or two or more samples are involved. Therefore, both options A and B are correct. Option C is not correct as it does not apply to univariate techniques but rather to bivariate or multivariate techniques.

Question 13

The objective of this level of analysis is to assess the comparability of findings from one country to another.
A)Cross-cultural analysis
B)Individual-level analysis
C)Pancultural analysis
D)Intracultural analysis

Accepted Answer

Cross-cultural analysis is the level of analysis that is focused on comparing findings from one country to another. It involves examining similarities and differences in behavior, attitudes, and beliefs among individuals from different cultures. It is important to assess the comparability of findings from one country to another to understand the generalizability of results and to avoid making incorrect assumptions about cultural differences.

Question 14

________ is similar to that conducted in domestic marketing research. The objective is to gain an understanding of the relationships and patterns existing in each country or cultural unit.
A)Cross-cultural analysis
B)Individual-level analysis
C)Pancultural analysis
D)Intracultural analysis

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________ is similar to that conducted in...

Question 15

In ________, also known as across-countries analysis, the data can be aggregated for each country and these aggregate statistics analyzed.
A)Cross-cultural analysis
B)Individual-level analysis
C)Pancultural analysis
D)Intracultural analysis

Accepted Answer

Cross-cultural analysis involves comparing data across different countries or cultures. In this type of analysis, the focus is on identifying similarities and differences between cultures and understanding how cultural factors may influence various outcomes. Aggregating data for each country allows for analysis at a macro level and can help to identify broad patterns and trends.

Question 16

In Minitab the ________ and ________ statements can be used to select cases with missing or out-of-range values.
A)Select If; ElseIf
B)Select If; Process If
C)If; ElseIf
D)If; If-Then

Accepted Answer

The answer of In Minitab the ________ and ________ statements...

Question 17

For multivariate statistical techniques, when there is ________, multivariate analysis of variance and covariance and canonical correlation, and multiple discriminant analysis can be used.
A)variable interdependence
B)one dependent variable
C)more than one dependent variable
D)interobject similarity

Accepted Answer

Multivariate analysis of variance and covariance, canonical correlation, and multiple discriminant analysis all involve the analysis of multiple dependent variables. Without multiple dependent variables, these techniques would not be applicable.

Question 18

Which statement is true concerning ethical issues concerned with data preparation?
A)Researchers should try to get some idea about the quality of the data.
B)Discarding respondents after analyzing the data raises ethical concerns.
C)Any departure from the assumptions underlying the statistical techniques used to analyze the data raises ethical concerns.
D)All of the above statements are true.

Accepted Answer

All of the statements are true regarding ethical issues in data preparation. Researchers must assess data quality, be cautious about discarding respondents post-analysis, and ensure adherence to the assumptions of statistical techniques to maintain ethical standards.

Question 19

For multivariate statistical techniques, when there is ________, cross-tabulation, analysis of variance and covariance, regression, two-group discriminant analysis, and conjoint analysis can be used.
A)variable interdependence
B)one dependent variable
C)more than one dependent variable
D)interobject similarity

Accepted Answer

The answer of For multivariate statistical techniques, when there is...

Question 20

________ are appropriate when one or more variables can be identified as dependent variables and the remaining are independent variables.
A)Interdependence techniques
B)Dependence techniques
C)Multivariate techniques
D)Univariate techniques

Accepted Answer

Dependence techniques are used when the relationship between variables is such that one or more variables are dependent on others, which are considered independent. This allows for the analysis of how the independent variables influence the dependent ones.

Quiz 14: Data Preparation

________ are statistical techniques that attempt to group data based on underlying similarity, and thus allow for interpretation of the data structures. No distinction is made as to which variables are dependent and which are independent.

In Excel the ________ statement can be used to make a logical check.

Give a brief overview of the data-preparation process.

________ requires that the data from each respondent be analyzed separately.

________ is within-country analysis of international data.

The major multivariate technique for examining ________, is factor analysis.

In ________, also known as across-countries analysis, the data of all the respondents can be pooled and analyzed.

________ is a multivariate dependence technique with more than one dependent variable.

Write an example question and its associated coding for (1)a structured question that allows only a single response with less than nine possible choices and (2)a structured question that permits multiple responses.

For multivariate statistical techniques, when there is ________, cluster analysis and multidimensional scaling can be used.

When utilizing univariate techniques, for nonmetric data, when there is (are) ________, sign, McNemar, and Wilcoxon tests can be used.

Univariate techniques can be classified based on ________.

The objective of this level of analysis is to assess the comparability of findings from one country to another.

________ is similar to that conducted in domestic marketing research. The objective is to gain an understanding of the relationships and patterns existing in each country or cultural unit.

In ________, also known as across-countries analysis, the data can be aggregated for each country and these aggregate statistics analyzed.

In Minitab the and statements can be used to select cases with missing or out-of-range values.

For multivariate statistical techniques, when there is ________, multivariate analysis of variance and covariance and canonical correlation, and multiple discriminant analysis can be used.

Which statement is true concerning ethical issues concerned with data preparation?

For multivariate statistical techniques, when there is ________, cross-tabulation, analysis of variance and covariance, regression, two-group discriminant analysis, and conjoint analysis can be used.

________ are appropriate when one or more variables can be identified as dependent variables and the remaining are independent variables.