Table 1.
Electronic Cigarette Attitudes Survey Item Means
ECAS Item | Mean (SD) | Minimum | Maximum |
---|---|---|---|
1. More control of the ingredients | 2.14 (1.23) | 1 | 5 |
2. Choose from a variety of flavors | 2.32 (1.31) | 1 | 5 |
3. Fruit and candy flavors are appealing | 2.47 (1.40) | 1 | 5 |
4. E-cigarettes are less harmful | 2.16 (1.25) | 1 | 5 |
5. E-cigarettes are cool and might make me popular | 1.72 (1.05) | 1 | 5 |
6. Regular cigarettes are outdated and lame | 2.73 (1.42) | 1 | 5 |
7. E-cigarettes are odorless or smell good | 2.35 (1.28) | 1 | 5 |
8. It is easier to buy e-cigarettes | 2.43 (1.14) | 1 | 5 |
9. I’m able to smoke e-cigarettes in more places | 2.33 (1.22) | 1 | 5 |
10. I’m less likely to get caught | 2.19 (1.16) | 1 | 5 |
11. Show individuality and personality | 2.25 (1.14) | 1 | 5 |
12. Less expensive than tobacco cigarettes | 2.31 (1.11) | 1 | 5 |