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Nominal, ordinal, interval, and ratio measurement scales

The scales discussed in this text are: nominal; ordinal' interval' and ratio. The differences between the measurement scales determine how data can be manipulated and studied and which kinds of conclusions can be reached using the data.

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Evaluating survey question quality and design problems

Below are six questions that might be found on questionnaires. Comment on each as to whether or not it is a good question. If it is not, explain why. (Assume that no lead- in or screening questions are required. Judge each question on its own merits.)

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Nicholas Carr's claim that Google makes us stupid: a refutation

Google make us Stupid? Noted author and former editor of the Harvard Business Review Nicholas Carr wrote a provocative article in the July 2008 edition of the Atlantic Monthly titled Is Google Making Us Stupid?

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Adapting nursing care plans for culturally diverse populations

A culturally diverse population, like in Hawaii, lends itself to unique problems for healthcare professionals. Culture shapes perceptions, expectations, and behavior (Taylor, Lillis, LeMone, & Lynn, 2008).

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Gender identity and romance tourism in Jamaica

Thus there are ubiquitous gender roles and responsibilities. Roles and responsibilities vary by culture and social norms. This is succinctly observed in the development of romance tourism in Jamaica.

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Teacher referrals to gifted programs and student ethnicity effects

Giftedness is an intellectual ability that is significantly higher than average, not a skill, but an innate talent and aptitude that may be general or specific.

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Sipuleucel-T and the economics of prostate cancer treatment

Individuals diagnosed with late-stage cancer are often given a grim estimate of their remaining life. Though there are many varieties of cancer affecting vastly different segments of society, the development of cancer is remarkably similar throughout all of these varieties.

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Neptune's discovery, composition, and role among the outer planets

When most people talk about the outer planets of the solar system, they will often think of Jupiter as the largest and most dominant one. While this is true for the most part, the fact of the matter is that Neptune is another gas giant that plays an equally dominate role among the outer planets.

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Absence and presence in Grave of the Fireflies' depiction of wartime trauma

The atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki are an absent presence in this film.

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Marriage workshops and communication skills for strengthening relationships

Every relationship, whether it is a marriage or just a friendship, can at one point in time or another develop conflict. Workshops and practical exercises are good way for people to build more successful relationships in spite of the conflict.

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