Scale Overview
The Religious Exclusivity Scale – RES was developed by Bob Altemeyer & Bruce Hunsberger (1992). It is designed to measure Religious Exclusivity. The scale is intended for use with Adults.
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 18 items.
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a custom response format.
Response anchors: -4 = Very strongly disagree, -3 = Strongly disagree, -2 = Moderately disagree, -1 = Slightly disagree, 0 = Neutral / Undecided, 1 = Slightly agree, 2 = Moderately agree, 3 = Strongly agree, 4 = Very strongly agree.
The scale includes 9 reverse-scored items to reduce acquiescence bias.
Scoring
Items are summed to produce a total score.
Total scores range from -72 to 72. Interpretation guidelines:
- Low Religious Exclusivity (High Tolerance): -72 – -25
- Moderate Religious Exclusivity: -24 – 24
- High Religious Exclusivity: 25 – 72
Administration
The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 5 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.