measurement scale

A measurement scale is a system used to categorize and quantify data in a consistent way. It determines how we assign numbers or labels to different objects or qualities, allowing us to compare, analyze, and interpret information accurately. Examples include nominal scales (names or categories), ordinal scales (rankings or order), interval scales (measurements with equal intervals, like temperature), and ratio scales (having a true zero point, like weight or height). This structure helps ensure that data collection and analysis are meaningful and meaningful decisions can be made based on the measurements.