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Trust Scale

The Trust Scale by Rempel, Holmes, and Zanna (1985) measures trust in close relationships across predictability, dependability, and faith. Higher scores indicate stronger trust in a partner.

5 minutes to complete

Eligibility

The Trust Scale is generally open for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or background. It is typically used in psychological or sociological research to measure someone's propensity to trust others.

Questions for Trust Scale

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Questions

1.

My partner has proven to be trustworthy and I am willing to let him/her engage in activities which other partners find too threatening.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
2.

I have found that my partner is unusually dependable, especially when it comes to things which are important to me.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
3.

I am certain that my partner would not cheat on me, even if the opportunity arose and there was no chance that he/she would get caught.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
4.

I can rely on my partner to keep the promises he/she makes to me.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
5.

Even when my partner makes excuses which sound rather unlikely, I am confident that he/she is telling the truth.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
6.

Even when I don't know how my partner will react, I feel comfortable telling him/her anything about myself; even those things of which I am ashamed.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
7.

Though times may change and the future is uncertain; I know my partner will always be ready and willing to offer me strength and support.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
8.

Whenever we have to make an important decision in a situation we have never encountered before, I know my partner will be concerned about my welfare.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
9.

Even if I have no reason to expect my partner to share things with me, I still feel certain that he/she will.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
10.

I can rely on my partner to react in a positive way when I expose my weaknesses to him/her.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
11.

When I share my problems with my partner, I know he/she will respond in a loving way even before I say anything.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
12.

When I am with my partner I feel secure in facing unknown new situations.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
13.

I am never certain that my partner won't do something that I dislike or will embarrass me.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
14.

My partner is very unpredictable. I never know how he/she is going to act from one day to the next.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
15.

I feel very uncomfortable when my partner has to make decisions which will affect me personally.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
16.

My partner behaves in a very consistent manner.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree
17.

I sometimes avoid my partner because he/she is unpredictable and I fear saying or doing something which might create conflict.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Strongly Disagree
  2. Moderately Disagree
  3. Mildly Disagree
  4. Neutral
  5. Mildly Agree
  6. Moderately Agree
  7. Strongly Agree

Scoring

Scale Score
Strongly Disagree 1
Moderately Disagree 2
Mildly Disagree 3
Neutral 4
Mildly Agree 5
Moderately Agree 6
Moderately Agree 7

Interpretation

Score Range Interpretation
Scales range from 1 to 7 Higher scores indicate greater trust

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Here are some FAQs and additional information
on
Trust Scale

What does the Trust Scale measure?

The Trust Scale assesses the level of trust one has in a close relationship, focusing on predictability, dependability, and faith in a partner.

How are the results of the Trust Scale interpreted?

Scores range from 1 to 7 for each dimension; higher scores indicate greater trust in that aspect of the relationship.

Can the Trust Scale be used for any type of relationship?

While designed for romantic relationships, it can be adapted for other close relationships with appropriate wording changes.

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