Which of the Following Is True of Coding

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is True of coding?

• A) The process of coding begins by assigning a numerical value as a code.
• B) For open-ended questions, a coding process should be prepared before collecting data.
• C) When reviewing responses to open-ended questions, the researcher attaches a value from the developed response list.
• D) Coding makes subsequent analysis tougher as the researcher will find it difficult to interpret averages if higher values occur as the average moves from "dislike" to "like."
• E) Assigning a coded value to missing data should be avoided by researchers.

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