Which of the Following Is True of Coding

Which of the following is true of coding?

A) The process of coding begins by assigning a numerical value as a code.
B) For open-ended questions, a coding process should be prepared before collecting data.
C) When reviewing responses to open-ended questions, the researcher attaches a value from the developed response list.
D) Coding makes subsequent analysis tougher as the researcher will find it difficult to interpret averages if higher values occur as the average moves from "dislike" to "like."
E) Assigning a coded value to missing data should be avoided by researchers.