DATABASE FUNDAMENTALS
TYPES OF DATA
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nominal
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ordinal
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interval
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ratio
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Detailed explanation-1: -While interval and ratio data can both be categorized, ranked, and have equal spacing between adjacent values, only ratio scales have a true zero. For example, temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit is at an interval scale because zero is not the lowest possible temperature.
Detailed explanation-2: -An interval scale is one where there is order and the difference between two values is meaningful. Examples of interval variables include: temperature (Farenheit), temperature (Celcius), pH, SAT score (200-800), credit score (300-850).
Detailed explanation-3: -Interval Data This allows you to measure standard deviation and central tendency. Everyone’s favorite example of interval data is temperatures in degrees celsius.
Detailed explanation-4: -Examples of interval data includes temperature (in Celsius or Fahrenheit), mark grading, IQ test and CGPA. These interval data examples are measured with equal intervals in their respective scales. Interval data are often used for statistical research, school grading, scientific studies and probability.