This paper concerns the psychometric properties of the shortened and revised version of the Family Environment Scale, used in the context of research on consumers' purchase behavior. It examines the scale from a face validity perspective as well as the psychometric properties. The response format is revised from a dichotomous to a four-point balanced forced-choice design. The analysis suggests continued caution in using this scale in its shortened form and continues the debate over the validity of the Family Environment Scale.
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