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On measuring repeatability of data from self-administered questionnaires.

S Chinn, P G Burney

    International Journal of Epidemiology
    |March 1, 1987
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    Estimating questionnaire repeatability requires analyzing responses from two occasions. Researchers can calculate average correct classification as an absolute measure, alongside the kappa statistic for relative repeatability, providing comprehensive insights.

    Area of Science:

    • Statistics
    • Psychometrics
    • Health Services Research

    Background:

    • Assessing the reliability of self-administered questionnaires is crucial in research.
    • Repeatability estimation typically relies on data from two separate response occasions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine appropriate statistical measures for estimating questionnaire repeatability.
    • To evaluate the feasibility of calculating separate false positive and false negative rates.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of subject responses from two distinct time points.
    • Calculation of average correct classification rate.
    • Calculation of the kappa statistic.

    Main Results:

    • Separate estimation of false positive and false negative rates is not feasible.

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  • An average correct classification rate can be calculated as an absolute measure of repeatability.
  • The kappa statistic provides a measure of repeatability relative to response prevalence.

    • Conclusions:

    • Average correct classification is recommended as the primary absolute measure of repeatability.
    • The kappa statistic should be used as a relative measure, considering response prevalence.
    • Calculating both absolute and relative measures offers a complete assessment of questionnaire repeatability.