Yes or No

Introduction

The Yes/No question type on the Chisquares platform is a simple yet powerful tool for collecting binary responses from survey participants. This question type is designed for scenarios requiring a clear "Yes" or "No" answer but also allows for additional options to accommodate uncertainty (e.g., "Not Sure").
With Chisquares, setting up Yes/No questions is seamless, enabling researchers to gather precise and structured responses while maintaining flexibility in response options. This guide will walk you through the process of setting up Yes/No questions, detailing both basic and advanced features to help you customize the question to fit your research needs.

Features of Yes/No Chisquares

• Question Text Input: Create and format the core question prompt.
• Binary Response Options: Standard response choices include "Yes" and "No."
• Required Toggle: Make the question mandatory to proceed.
• “Other” Option: Enable an open-text response field.
• Media Attachments: Support for audio, image, or video file uploads.
• Custom Labels: Helps in data analysis and reporting.

Use Cases

The Yes/No question type is ideal for scenarios where a clear, binary decision is needed. It simplifies the response process for participants while enabling researchers to capture precise, easily interpretable data. Common use cases include:

• Awareness Checks: Determine whether respondents are familiar with a concept, product, or term.
  Example: “Are you aware of the meaning of the Latin phrase ‘Cogito, ergo sum’?”

• Eligibility Screening: Quickly confirm if a participant meets certain criteria.
  Example: “Are you over 18 years of age?”

• Opinion Validation: Gather basic agreement or disagreement data.
  Example: “Do you believe this initiative will be successful?”

• Follow-Up Logic Triggers: Use Yes/No responses to conditionally branch to more detailed questions.
  Example: “Have you purchased this product before?” If Yes → Follow-up.

When to Use Yes/No Questions

Use a Yes/No question when:

• The response must be binary or decisively categorized.
• You’re aiming to keep the question simple, clear, and fast to answer.
• The question serves as a filter or gateway for further questioning.
• The data needs to be easily analyzed and aggregated in a structured form.
• You want to reduce ambiguity and limit free-form interpretation.

Yes/No questions are best suited for quick validations, eligibility checks, and survey logic control without overwhelming participants with multiple options.

Scenario-Based Example In a health screening questionnaire, you might ask:

"Have you smoked at least one cigarette in the past 30 days?"
Options: Yes, No

This binary question allows researchers to quickly identify current smokers for further segmentation or follow-up.

Basic Setup

1. Enter Question

• Type your question using the rich-text editor (bold, italics, hyperlinks, etc.).

2. Label the Question (Optional)

• Add a label to help identify the question within your survey. Alternatively, you can use AI to suggestion suggestions for the label.

3. Add Answer Options

• Default Response Options: "Yes" and "No."

4. Mark as Required (Optional)

• Toggle “Required” to make it mandatory.

5. Add Media (Optional)

• Upload an image, video, or audio file (max 4MB) to support the question prompt.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Create a New Question

To begin creating a Yes/No question:

1. Log into your Chisquares Investigator Portal.
2. Navigate to the Survey Design section.
3. Click on the Create a New Question button.

Step 2: Select the Question Type

1. In the question type section, select Single Response Questions.
2. Choose Yes/No from the list of available question types.
3. Click Use Selected questionnaire item.

Step 3: Add Your Question

1. After selecting the Yes/No type, you will be prompted to add your question. Enter your question in the provided text box.
   Example: Are you aware of the meaning of the Latin phrase “Cogito, ergo sum”?
2. You must also add a label to help identify the question within your survey.

Step 4: Define the Response Options

1. The default response options “Yes” and “No” will appear automatically.
2. Additionally, you can use the “Other” Option to enable an open-text response field.

Step 5: Make the Question Required (Optional)
If you want to require participants to answer this question, toggle the Required switch at the top-right of the panel. This ensures respondents cannot proceed without answering the question.

Step 6: Add Media (Optional)
You can upload media (images, videos, or audio files) to accompany the question. Here’s how:

1. Click the paperclip icon at the top-right of the panel.
2. Upload your media file (must be under 4MB).
3. Once uploaded, choose the alignment for the media (left, right, or center). The default text overlay will say, “View the media below, then answer the following question.”

Preview Mode

Before finalizing the Yes/No question setup, it is important to preview how it will appear to participants.

1. Click on Show Preview at the top-right of the panel to see the question as participants will view it.
2. Make sure all options, media, and settings look as expected.

Final Step: Push to Questionnaire

Once you are satisfied with your Yes/No setup:

1. Click Push to Questionnaire to add the question to your live survey.
2. If you need to make edits later, you can always return to the question editor to make changes.

Example Question Setup

Question:
Are you aware of the meaning of the Latin phrase “Cogito, ergo sum”?
Response Options:
• Yes
• No

Additional Setting:

• Required: No
• Add Media: Upload a media to accompany the question
• Add Section Header (Optional): Toggle this switch to add a section header to the question for context or grouping.
• Add Footer Prompt (Optional): Toggle this switch to include a closing note or prompt at the bottom of the question.

Yes or No Question Added

Yes or No Question Pushed Preview

Yes or No Question Appearance on the Participant Portal

Value Proposition on the Chisquares Platform

Chisquares enhances the utility of Yes/No questions with advanced features that make them more adaptable and insightful than traditional binary formats. Key advantages include:

• Support for optional third responses: Easily add alternatives like “Not Sure” or “Prefer not to say.”
• “Other” open-text option: Allow respondents to elaborate when binary choices aren’t sufficient.
• Customizable labels: Tailor response text to match tone, context, or branding.
• Media attachments: Add images, audio, or video to visually or contextually support the question.
• AI-assisted label suggestions: Generate meaningful metadata and tracking references.
• Preview and test modes: Ensure a polished respondent experience before going live.
• Seamless integration into dynamic workflows: Use Yes/No responses to trigger conditional paths and follow-up questions.

These capabilities turn a simple Yes/No format into a strategic interaction tool for both linear and branched surveys.

Conclusion

The Yes/No question type in Chisquares provides a simple yet flexible method for collecting clear, structured responses. Whether for research, evaluation, or assessments, this question type ensures efficient data collection while allowing for additional options to accommodate uncertainty. By leveraging features like response limits, conditional display, and media attachments, you can optimize the survey experience for respondents and enhance the quality of collected data.

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