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Likert Scale

Methodology & design

Definition

An ordered response scale (e.g. 1 = strongly disagree to 5 = strongly agree) used to measure attitudes and perceptions.

Where it's used

Questionnaire measurement of constructs in survey research

Software used

SPSSSmartPLS

Related concepts

Cronbach's Alpha Operationalisation Conceptual Framework Construct Validity Cross-sectional Study Dependent Variable

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