Guttman, Louis (statistician)

Louis Guttman was a prominent statistician known for his work in scaling and measurement theory. He developed the Guttman scale, a method that measures attitudes or behaviors through a series of ordered items, allowing researchers to assess the degree to which someone agrees with a set of statements. This approach enables deeper insights into complex social phenomena by reflecting a person's intensity of opinion or belief. Guttman's contributions have significantly influenced social sciences, survey research, and the development of psychometric techniques. His work aids in understanding how different responses relate to one another in structured assessments.