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Add a linear scale to a Google Forms quiz, and when to skip it

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How linear scales fit into a Google Forms quiz

A Google Forms quiz linear scale question asks respondents to pick a number along a range, such as 1 to 5, with optional labels at each end. Quiz mode in Google Forms does not grade that question type, so it works for opinion surveys and feedback rather than scored tests.

Use linear scales for ratings, agreement, or confidence checks that have no single right answer.
Use multiple choice or short answer for anything you want to grade automatically in quiz mode.
Label both ends of a scale, for example Strongly disagree and Strongly agree, so respondents read the points the same way.
Keep the scale range consistent across questions so results are easy to compare.

Example Google Forms linear scale questions for a quiz review

Does Google Forms grade a linear scale question in quiz mode?No, quiz mode does not grade linear scale questions. Grading needs a fixed correct answer, which a rating scale does not have.

What is the default starting value you can choose for a Google Forms linear scale?You can start the scale at 0 or 1 and end it between 2 and 10. Pick the range that matches the question's purpose.

Why label the ends of a linear scale?Labels such as Strongly disagree and Strongly agree tell respondents what each end means. This makes answers more consistent across people.

Which scale is commonly used for agreement questions?A five-point scale from Strongly disagree to Strongly agree is common. It gives a neutral midpoint without too many choices.

What should you use instead of a linear scale in a graded quiz?Use multiple choice, dropdown, or short answer with a set correct answer. These can be scored automatically in quiz mode.

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How many points should a rating scale have?

Five or seven points are common choices for agreement and satisfaction questions. Very wide scales add little, because respondents struggle to tell adjacent points apart.

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