Which measures of central tendency allow for relative rankings? (Select all that apply.)
a. Mode
b. Range
c. Median
d. Mean
e. Semiquartile range
f. Percentile
g. SD
ANS: A, C
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Correct The mode will allow for relative rankings.
The median will allow for relative rankings.
Incorrect This is an ordinal measure of variability.
The mean will not allow for relative rankings.
This is an ordinal measure of variability.
This is an ordinal measure of variability.
This is an ordinal measure of variability.
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