Scale Overview & Construct
2-item scale estimating cultural capital via the number of books in a person's home, both growing up and today.
Purpose & Measurement Objectives
Instrument Specifications
Academic Citation & Instrument Provenance
When referencing this instrument in research, academic theses, or clinical institutional audits, please cite the original author publication:
Governance, Boundaries & Ethical Use
Imported from the OpenScales open item-bank project. This specific digital implementation has not been independently validated by PsiQ. Each item is scored separately; no composite total is computed.
License: CC BY 4.0. Citation: Sieben & Lechner (2018), Measurement Instruments for the Social Sciences.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cultural Capital: Books in the Household?
2-item scale estimating cultural capital via the number of books in a person's home, both growing up and today.
How long does the Cultural Capital: Books in the Household take?
It takes about 2 minutes to answer all 2 questions. You can go at your own pace.
Is this test free, and is it available in Hindi?
Yes, it is free with a PsiQ account. The questions and answer options are available in English, Hindi and Hinglish.
Can this test diagnose a condition?
No. Online self-report scales are for self-reflection, education and research, not diagnosis. If you are worried about your mental health, please speak to a qualified mental-health professional.