Enter the values for reliability, responsiveness, competence, intimacy, and self-orientation into the calculator to determine the trust factor. This calculator helps in assessing the trustworthiness of a relationship or interaction.

Trust Factor Formula

The following formula is used to calculate the trust factor.

TF = (R + Re + C + I) / SO

Variables:

  • TF is the trust factor
  • R is the reliability score (1-10)
  • Re is the responsiveness score (1-10)
  • C is the competence score (1-10)
  • I is the intimacy score (1-10)
  • SO is the self-orientation score (1-10)

To calculate the trust factor, add the scores for reliability, responsiveness, competence, and intimacy, then divide by the self-orientation score.

What is a Trust Factor?

The trust factor is a measure used to gauge the trustworthiness of a relationship or interaction between individuals or entities. It is based on several components that contribute to building trust, including reliability, responsiveness, competence, and intimacy, while taking into account the self-orientation which can negatively impact trust. A higher trust factor indicates a more trustworthy relationship.

How to Calculate Trust Factor?

The following steps outline how to calculate the Trust Factor.


  1. First, determine the reliability score (R) on a scale of 1 to 10.
  2. Next, determine the responsiveness score (Re) on a scale of 1 to 10.
  3. Next, determine the competence score (C) on a scale of 1 to 10.
  4. Next, determine the intimacy score (I) on a scale of 1 to 10.
  5. Next, determine the self-orientation score (SO) on a scale of 1 to 10.
  6. Next, gather the formula from above = TF = (R + Re + C + I) / SO.
  7. Finally, calculate the Trust Factor (TF).
  8. After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.

Example Problem : 

Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.

Reliability (R) = 8

Responsiveness (Re) = 7

Competence (C) = 9

Intimacy (I) = 6

Self-Orientation (SO) = 5