The nurse researcher is interested in describing the assignment of numbers to objects or events. This is best achieved in which way?
a. Through use of prediction
b. Through use of dispersion
c. Through use of variability
d. Through use of measurement
ANS: D
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A This answer does not fit the definition provided.
B This answer represents a measure of variability description.
C This answer represents a measure of dispersion (variability) description.
D This answer fits the definition provided.
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