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Comparative Scales: Q-Sort Scaling

A rank-order procedure in which objects are sorted into piles (with respect to a specific attribute). Used to quickly compare a large number of objects…

2.2 · Comparative Scales Method

Comparative Scales: Q-Sort Scaling


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Q-Sort Scaling

A rank-order procedure in which objects are sorted into piles (with respect to a specific attribute). Used to quickly compare a large number of objects (60–140) against each other.

The number of objects per pile is limited such that all piles together reproduce the shape of a normal distribution.

The Ministry of Health has developed 25 measures for implementation in hospitals. Rank them by their effectiveness against the spread of infection — please only one measure per box.

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Extremely effective Not at all effective
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