The variable "cause of death" (categories: stroke, cancer, heart disease, accident, other) has what level of measurement?
A) nominal
B) ordinal
C) interval/ratio

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The categories of cause of death are not ordered or quantifiable, but rather represent distinct, non-overlapping groups. Therefore, the variable has nominal level of measurement.

The Variable "Cause of Death" (Categories: Stroke, Cancer, Heart Disease