You plan to develop a survey and would like to compute a single score to represent the construct you are measuring. Which type of items should you use?
A) open-ended
B) forced alternative
C) multiple choice
D) Likert scales

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Likert scales are designed to measure attitudes or opinions across a continuum and allow for the computation of a single score representing the construct being measured. This makes them suitable for surveys where a quantifiable measure of a construct is desired.

You Plan to Develop a Survey and Would Like to Compute