A Likert Scale with an Even Number of Scale Points

question 18

Multiple Choice

A Likert scale with an even number of scale points between "Strongly Agree" and "Strongly Disagree":

• A)cannot have equal scale distances.
• B)is intended to prevent "neutral" choices.
• C)must have a verbal label on each scale point.
• D)is rarely used in surveys.

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