2. -This is a rating scale that can measure
respondent attitudes towards ideas, concepts,
items, people, and events.
-When you employ semantic differential
questions the data gathered can give you a
powerful picture of the respondent’s attitude
toward the subject being studied.
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6. The scale is set up
using polar adjectives at
each end.
7. Tips for doing layout for Semantic
Differentials
• To avoid fatigue or boring the respondent, do
not use more than 20 lines, and 10-12
adjective pairs is better.
• Do not put all the "good" adjectives on one
side, as it might bias the responses
• Provide clear instructions for the respondent
so that they put their marks in the right place.