Which of the following is true of question formats in questionnaires?
A) Closed-end questions allow respondents to answer in their own words.
B) A scale question is an example of an open-end question.
C) Open-end questions allow respondents to choose among the best answer options available.
D) Closed-end questions are difficult to evaluate when compared to open-end questions.
E) Open-end questions are useful in exploratory research to find out what people think.

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Open-end questions allow respondents to answer in their own words and are useful in exploratory research to find out what people think. Closed-end questions offer predetermined answer options and do not allow respondents to freely express their thoughts. A scale question is a type of closed-end question. Option C is incorrect as it contradicts the definition of open-end questions. Option D is incorrect as closed-end questions are easier to evaluate as they offer predetermined answer options that can be analyzed quantitatively.

Which of the Following Is True of Question Formats in Questionnaires