Basic Characteristics of Variables

Introduction to Variable Characteristics

Once you have data, there are various things you may want to analyze about it. One vital reason for wanting to use numerical data is that it is easier to analyze, and there is more you can do with it.
For example, Figure 3.2 Sample spreadsheet of performance appraisal data shows performance appraisal scores for the period 2003 to 2006 using a scoring system for employees scoring them from 1 to 10.
Figure 3.2 Sample spreadsheet of performance appraisal data
Imagine you want to analyze the 2006 performance appraisal data from Figure 3.2 Sample spreadsheet of performance ...

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