The easiest and most widely used index is based on the:
A) semantic differential
B) magnitude estimation
C) Likert scale
D) a form of item analysis

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The Likert scale is the easiest and most widely used index in research. It measures respondents' attitudes or opinions on a particular topic by asking them to rate their level of agreement or disagreement with a statement on a numerical scale. It is easy to administer and analyze and provides a range of data that can be statistically analyzed. The other options listed are not typically used to create an index in research.

The Easiest and Most Widely Used Index Is Based on The