When asking respondents about their income,you should
A)offer narrow categories of alternatives,such as "$20,000 to $22,000" and "30,000 to $32,000."
B)request a specific figure,rounded to the nearest $100.
C)use interviewers who are trained in eliciting answers about sensitive topics.
D)position this question at the end of the questionnaire,to avoid losing the cooperation of respondents.
E)offer broad categories of alternatives,such as "Less than $20,000" and "30,000 to $40,000."

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Offering broad categories of alternatives is the best choice because it allows respondents to feel more comfortable about disclosing their income and reduces the risk of response bias. Providing narrow categories or requesting a specific figure may cause respondents to guess or feel uncomfortable with revealing their exact income. Using trained interviewers and positioning the question at the end of the questionnaire may also help with response quality, but are not as important as providing broad categories.

When Asking Respondents About Their Income,you Should