ASSIGNMENT FIVE: CREATING CODEBOOKS
Create a codebook that has at least two variables in it. These
variables must include a variable identified in the measurement
assignment (Assignment FOUR). The codebook must contain an item or
question number, a variable name, an area for descriptive
information, and code information for each variable. Follow the
format of example provided or a similar format. Be sure to list explicit codes for
all categorical variables. Check to see that your codes are exhaustive, exclusive, and clear.
CODEBOOK EXAMPLE FORMAT
ITEM VARIABLE DESCRIPTION CODES
1 SEX Sex of respondent 1=female
2=male
2 AGE Age of respondent Age in years
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4-2004