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Week 5: Quantitative Research Part 2

Questionnaire design, scales, sampling, validity, reliability, post-data collection, and statistical test selection.

Question 17 of 51

Which statement about adapting an existing scale is most consistent with the lecture?

Pick one: press 1-4 on your keyboard or click an option.
A

You only need to cite the original source if you changed more than half the items

B

Use the scale without modification if possible; if you adapt it, document and justify the changes

C

Scales can be adapted freely without consequences for validity

D

Scale items should always be rewritten to fit your style