Test-Retest Reliability of the University of Illinois Smoking Survey Instrument

Abstract

The purpose of this article is to report the reliability findings of the attitude-belief section of the University of Illinois smoking survey instrument. By attempting to assess the reliability of the survey instrument, this study would appear to enhance anti-smoking education programs. For the purposes of this study, a test-retest method of determining reliability was utilized. The instrument was administered at a four day interval to 112 high school students. The study group included 55 males and 57 females. Results indicated that the instrument appears to be reliable in assessing attitudes-beliefs toward smoking. Reported reliability was .85 for males and .89 for females. The overall reliability was .87.

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