This type of scale asks respondents to indicate their beliefs or opinions by arranging objects (items) on the basis of perceived similarity or some other attribute. This type of scale also can be used to rank order objects, and it is particularly useful when there are a large number of objects. Each object is written a separate card. What type of scale is this?
A) categorical scale
B) rank order scale
C) sorting scale
D) constant sum scale
E) paired comparison scale

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The description fits a sorting scale, where respondents are asked to arrange objects based on perceived similarity or attribute. Rank order scale asks respondents to rank items in order of preference, while paired comparison scale asks respondents to choose between two items. Categorical scale asks respondents to choose from predefined categories, and constant sum scale asks respondents to allocate a fixed number of points or values to different attributes/items.

This Type of Scale Asks Respondents to Indicate Their Beliefs