Inquisit Language ReferenceThe other attribute adds an "other" option to multiple choice survey items that allows respondents to freely enter their own choice if none of the predetermined choices fit.
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/ other = textbox| caption | A string in quotes serving as caption for the other option. |
| textbox | A textbox item to use for the other option. |
In some cases, it is difficult to anticipate all of the possible responses for a multiple choice item. The other item allows participants to enter their own option if none of the others fit. For example, a survey that asks voters to select a candidate might include the other optino to account for write ins.
The following shows a radiobutton survey item that allows respondents to enter their favorite flavor of ice cream if it is not on the list:
<radiobutton ratingquestion>
/ caption = "What is your favorite flavor of ice cream?"
/ options=["chocolate", "vanilla", "mint chip", "chunk monkey", "pistaccio"]
/ other="other flavor"
</radiobutton>