Single Choice Questions

Single choice questions allow respondents to pick exactly one option from a list. Use them for categorical data, classifications, preferences, or any question with mutually exclusive answers.

When to Use

Use single choice questions to collect:

  • Demographics - “What is your age group?”, “Which industry do you work in?”
  • Preferences - “What is your preferred contact method?”
  • Classifications - “What type of customer are you?”
  • Ratings - “How satisfied were you with our service?”
  • Single selections - Any question with one correct or preferred answer
  • Exclusive options - When only one answer makes sense

Visual Styles

Radio List

Traditional radio button list. Best for 3-7 options that fit on screen.

What is your favorite color? *

Compact dropdown that saves space. Best for 8+ options or when screen space is limited.

Note: The “Other” option is not supported in dropdown mode.

Select your country *

Configuration Options

Customize your single choice questions with these settings:

  • Options - Define the list of selectable options with labels
  • Enable other field - Allow respondents to specify an “Other” answer
  • Randomize options - Shuffle the order of options for each respondent

Best Practices

Keep Options Mutually Exclusive

Each option should be distinct and not overlap:

  • “0-10 employees”, “11-50 employees”, “51-200 employees”
  • Avoid: “Less than 50”, “10-100”, “More than 50” (overlapping ranges)

Provide Complete Coverage

Include options that cover all possible answers:

  • Add an “Other” option for unexpected answers
  • Add “Prefer not to say” for sensitive questions
  • Add “None of the above” if applicable

Limit the Number of Options

  • 3-7 options: Ideal range for easy scanning
  • 8-12 options: Still manageable but consider sorted dropdown
  • 13+ options: Consider breaking into multiple questions

Write Clear Option Labels

  • Use simple, unambiguous language
  • Keep labels short but descriptive
  • Avoid jargon unless your audience knows it

Common Use Cases

Age Groups

Collect demographic information about respondents’ age ranges. Age groups provide standardized categories for analysis while respecting privacy. Don’t randomize options to maintain logical order.

What is your age group? *

Favorite Brand

Gather preferences or opinions about brands or products. Randomize options to avoid order bias and ensure more accurate responses.

What is your favorite brand? *

When NOT to Use SelectOne

Consider alternatives if:

Tips for Better Responses

  • Randomize option order to avoid bias (except for ordered scales)
  • Avoid leading language in options
  • Use familiar patterns (age groups, ratings) when possible