Scale

Definition

Explanation

1

Equally important

Both elements have equal contribution in the objective or goal.

3

Moderately important

An element is slightly more important than another.

5

Strongly important

An element is strongly important than another.

7

Very strong and proven

An element is strongly important and is dominant

than another.

9

Extremely important

An element is extremely important than another.

2, 4, 6, 8

Inter values

Between the importance of 1, 3, 5 and 7.