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Individualism and Collectivism Scale

The document describes a 20-item scale that measures levels of individualism and collectivism. Respondents are asked to rate how frequently they engage in behaviors described in each statement using a 5-point scale from "Always" to "Never." The first 8 items relate to collectivism and measure consulting family/group members before decisions and prioritizing group interests. The remaining 12 items relate to individualism and measure independence, competition, and self-reliance. Scores on each subscale are calculated by summing responses, with higher scores indicating a greater prevalence of individualistic or collectivistic tendencies.

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Individualism and Collectivism Scale

The document describes a 20-item scale that measures levels of individualism and collectivism. Respondents are asked to rate how frequently they engage in behaviors described in each statement using a 5-point scale from "Always" to "Never." The first 8 items relate to collectivism and measure consulting family/group members before decisions and prioritizing group interests. The remaining 12 items relate to individualism and measure independence, competition, and self-reliance. Scores on each subscale are calculated by summing responses, with higher scores indicating a greater prevalence of individualistic or collectivistic tendencies.

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Individualism and Collectivism Scale

Directions: Below are 20 statements that may or may not reflect how you act within your relationships
with others. For each statement, indicate the frequency with which you engage (or not) in the behaviors
described.

5 = Always, 4 = Usually, 3 = Sometimes, 2 = Rarely, 1 = Never

Sr. Always Usually Sometimes Rarely Never


No.
1. I discuss job or study-related problems
with my parents.
2. I consult my family before making an
important decision.
3. Before taking a major trip, I consult
with most members of my family and
many friends.
4. It is important to consult close friends
and get their ideas before making a
decision.
5. Even when I strongly disagree with my
group members, I avoid an argument.
6. I hate to disagree with others in my
group.
7. In interacting with superiors, I am
always polite.
8. I sacrifice my self-interest for the
benefit of my group.
9. I define myself as a competitive
person.
10. I enjoy working in situations involving
competition with others.
11. Without competition, it is impossible to
have a good society.
12. Competition is the law of nature.
13. I consider myself as a unique person,
separate from others.
14. I enjoy being unique and different from
others.
15. I see myself as “my own person.”
16. It is important for me to act as an
independent person.
17. I take responsibility for my own
actions.
18. Being able to take care of myself is a
primary concern for me.
19. I consult with my superior on work-
related matters.
20. I prefer to be self-reliant rather than
depend on others.
Scoring: To compute your collectivism score, sum your responses for Items 1 through 8. Your sum must be
between 8 and 40. Higher sums (e.g., > 30) indicate a prevalence for collectivism. To compute your
individualism score, sum your responses for Items 9 through 20. Your sum must be between 12 and 60. Higher
sums (e.g., > 45) indicate a prevalence for individualism.

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