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EPISODE · Sep 12, 2025 · 20 MIN

Help! I Have to Write a Survey—How Do I Pick Answer Options?

from Conversations for Research Rockstars · host Kathryn Korostoff

In this Conversations for Research Rockstars episode, host Kathryn Korostoff tackles one of the trickiest challenges in survey design—choosing the best possible answer options for the questions we've so carefully crafted. Using clear, real-world examples, she offers practical guidance on: When to use unipolar vs. bipolar scales How to choose between odd- and even-point scales—and explain your choice to stakeholders  When to consider less common options like rank order or constant sum Whether we're designing a questionnaire for market research, CX research, or UX research, this episode delivers best practices that experienced survey researchers rely on to ensure every question is supported by the optimal answer options. #MarketResearch #QuantitativeResearch #CustomerInsights #ConsumerBehavior Conversations for Research Rockstars is produced by Research Rockstar Training & Staffing. Our 25+ Market Research eLearning classes are offered on demand and include options to earn Insights Association Certificates. Our Rent-a-Researcher staffing service places qualified, fully vetted market research experts, covering temporary needs due to project and resource fluctuations. We believe it: Inside every market researcher is a Research Rockstar!  http://www.researchrockstar.com/ Facebook LinkedIn 877-Rocks10 ext 703 for Support, 701 for Sales [email protected]

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