Which of the following statements is(are)true regarding coding?
A)The classes should always be mutually exclusive and exhaustive.
B)Multiple responses should never be coded.
C)Coding closed-ended questions is more difficult than coding open-ended questions.
D)Alphabetic codes should be assigned to the classes.
E)Both a and b are true statements.

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It is important for classes in coding to be mutually exclusive (each response can only fit into one category) and exhaustive (all possible responses are covered).

Option B is incorrect because multiple responses can be coded as long as they are not conflicting.

Option C is subjective and depends on the specific questions being asked.

Option D is also subjective and depends on the preference of the coder. Alphabetic codes may be easier to read and organize, but numerical codes may be easier to sort and analyze.

Which of the Following Statements Is(are)true Regarding Coding