An Error in the Use of Translated Scales: The Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale for Chinese

Sheung‐Tak Cheng, P. Nicholas Hamid

Perceptual and Motor Skills · 1995 · 101 citations · 4 references

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Abstract

Problems in syntax may occur when a scale is translated into another language. The psychometric property of the translated scale may be adversely affected when such problems occur. This article discusses this problem with reference to the Rosenberg Self-esteem Scale.

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