Which of the following represents a Likert scale question from the practical?

• A. I am mostly relaxed.
• B. I have had a fairly relaxed 12 months.
• C. Do you feel in control of your emotions?
• D. Explain your stress levels.

Answer: (B)

A Likert scale question typically asks respondents to express their level of agreement or disagreement with a statement, often using a range of options such as "strongly agree," "agree," "neutral," "disagree," and "strongly disagree."

The correct answer, which expresses a subjective experience related to relaxation over a time period, aligns with this format, inviting respondents to gauge their feelings based on their personal experiences. The phrasing suggests a degree of variability in relaxation levels, which is suitable for a scale measuring attitudes or feelings.

In contrast, the other choices either present a statement that doesn’t lend itself to a scale response or asks for qualitative input. For instance, the first choice presents a strong assertion about current feelings but lacks a range for agreement. The third option poses a yes or no question, not allowing for nuanced responses. The final choice asks for an explanation instead of providing a framework for measurement through agreement levels. Thus, only the second choice fits the Likert scale structure effectively.