Duncan (1986) objected to the use of the word measurement in relation to the nominal type, but Stevens (1975) said of his own definition of measurement that the assignment can be any consistent rule.
Definition of premise - a previous statement or proposition from which another is inferred or follows as a conclusion Definition of premise - a previous statement or proposition from which another is inferred or follows as a conclusion
The basis is defined as the foundation of something, or as a concept or a necessary part of something. 1  An example of a basis is the foundation of a house. 2  An example of a basis is the reason for which someone may choose to affiliate himself with a specific party.