Scale Overview
The Revised Religious Fundamentalism Scale – RRF was developed by Altemeyer, B. & Hunsberger, B. (2004). It is designed to measure Religious Fundamentalism. The scale is intended for use with Adults.
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 12 items.
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a custom response format.
Response anchors: 1 = -4 (Very strongly disagree), 2 = -3 (Strongly disagree), 3 = -2 (Moderately disagree), 4 = -1 (Slightly disagree), 5 = 0 (Neutral), 6 = +1 (Slightly agree), 7 = +2 (Moderately agree), 8 = +3 (Strongly agree), 9 = +4 (Very strongly agree).
The scale includes 6 reverse-scored items to reduce acquiescence bias.
Scoring
Items are summed to produce a total score.
Total scores range from 12 to 108. Interpretation guidelines:
- Low Religious Fundamentalism: 12 – 47
- Moderate Religious Fundamentalism: 48 – 72
- High Religious Fundamentalism: 73 – 108
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.