Exam 1

1. Provide an in-depth discussion of levels of measurement. In doing so, be sure to delineate the

differences among the various levels of measurement. Additionally, provide at least three

examples of each level of measurement (and the examples can NOT come from your

book/notes). (5 points)

2. Calculate the mean, the median, the mode, and the standard deviation for the following data.

Make sure to show ALL of your work if you wish to receive full credit. (5 points)

10

12

14

12

10

8

9

10

17

22

3. Discuss the interface between statistics and criminological theory and research. Be sure to

talk about how statistics can be used to test theories. For this question, you will have to reflect

on the application of statistics and use it to figure out how you would then use it to evaluate

criminological theories and explanations. (5 points)

4. Suppose you were put in charge of testing whether a new law reduced crime. Describe the

best measurement and statistical approach for evaluating the effectiveness of this new law.

Provide details and be specific. (5 points)

5. You have been designated as an expert in SPSS. As a result, you are responsible for teaching

a group of students the basic ins-and-outs of using SPSS. Provide an overview of the basics of

SPSS. (5 points)

6. Select your area of research interest. Then, design a study that could be conducted to address

an issue related to it. You have a lot of leeway in this answer, but make sure that it does not

overlap with your response to questions #4.