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ERIC Number: EJ307715
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1984
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Response Alternatives in Likert Scaling.
Johnson, William L.; Dixon, Paul N.
Educational and Psychological Measurement, v44 n3 p563-67 Aut 1984
This study analyzed the results of applying two different methods of likert-scale construction (single-column and discrepancy-column formats). The findings indicated that the discrepancy format provides stronger discrimination for purposes of measuring need. (Author/BW)
Descriptors: Needs Assessment, Responses, Test Construction, Test Format, Test Validity
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Likert Scales