Question 1

You don't need to ask prospective respondents for their participation in the survey; your desire for their participation is assumed.

Accepted Answer

Ethical research practices require obtaining informed consent from participants, which includes asking for their voluntary participation in the survey.

Question 2

The introduction is very important in questionnaire design.

Accepted Answer

The introduction sets the tone for the questionnaire and can affect the respondent's willingness to participate and the accuracy of their answers. A well-designed introduction can increase response rates and improve data quality.

Question 3

Question bias amounts to scrutinizing the wording of a question to ensure that question bias is minimized and that the question is worded such that respondents understand it and can respond to it with relative ease.

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Question 4

According to your authors,"unnecessary and redundant words should be eliminated" fits with the idea that a question should be focused on a single topic.

Accepted Answer

The statement about eliminating unnecessary and redundant words relates to clarity and conciseness, not necessarily to focusing on a single topic.

Question 5

Words like all and worst are considered "extreme absolutes."

Accepted Answer

Extreme absolutes are words that express absolute or complete certainty, leaving no room for exceptions or variation, such as "all," "never," "always," "worst," etc.

Question 6

The introduction to the questionnaire has only one function and that is to introduce the potential respondent to the research project.

Accepted Answer

The introduction to the questionnaire serves multiple functions: it introduces the research project, sets the tone, explains the purpose and importance of the survey, assures confidentiality, and provides instructions on how to complete the questionnaire, thereby encouraging participation and ensuring accurate responses.

Question 7

A double-barreled question is one that places undue emphasis on some aspect of the topic.

Accepted Answer

A double-barreled question is one that asks two questions at once, making it difficult to answer directly because it's unclear which question is being addressed.

Question 8

Transition questions are simple and easy-to-answer questions that are used to get the respondents' interest and to demonstrate the ease of responding to the research request.

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Question 9

In a disguised survey,the respondent is not identified.

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Question 10

The creation of the introduction should entail just as much care and effort as the development of the questions on the questionnaire.

Accepted Answer

The introduction sets the tone for the questionnaire and can greatly impact the quality of responses, so it is important to give it careful consideration and attention.

Question 11

Anonymity means that a researcher knows a respondent's name,but does not pass it on to a third party.

Accepted Answer

Anonymity means that a researcher does not know a respondent's name and therefore cannot pass it on to a third party.

Question 12

In an undisguised survey,the respondent is identified.

Accepted Answer

In an undisguised survey, the respondent is identified and his/her responses are not kept confidential. Therefore, the survey is not anonymous.

Question 13

A good question should be focused on a single topic or issue.

Accepted Answer

A good question should be clear, concise, and focused on a specific topic or issue to ensure that the answer is relevant and useful. Asking multiple questions at once, or broad, vague questions can lead to confusion and unclear answers.

Question 14

The question "How many children do you have?" is an example of a question that is about as crystal clear as a question can be.

Accepted Answer

The question "How many children do you have?" might seem straightforward, but it can be ambiguous due to factors like stepchildren, deceased children, or children not legally recognized by the parent, making the clarity of the question subjective to the individual's circumstances.

Question 15

An overstated question is one that places undue emphasizes on some aspect of the topic.

Accepted Answer

An overstated question is one that places undue emphasizes on some aspect of the topic. It exaggerates and emphasizes a certain aspect of the topic while ignoring other relevant aspects.

Question 16

Using the word "the" instead of "a" can make a difference in the way respondents answer a question.

Accepted Answer

Using "the" implies that there is a specific answer that the respondent should choose, while using "a" implies that there are multiple possible answers. This can influence the way a respondent interprets the question and ultimately affect their answer.

Question 17

The question: "Since our country's Founding Fathers gave us the right to bear arms,aren't you against gun control legislation?" is an example of a loaded question.

Accepted Answer

The question is loaded because it assumes that being a supporter of the Founding Fathers and the right to bear arms automatically means someone is against gun control legislation. This is not necessarily true, as one can support responsible gun ownership and reasonable regulations while still valuing the Second Amendment.

Question 18

The question "Don't you see problems with using your credit card for an online purchase?" is an example of a loaded question.

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Question 19

Researchers agree that screening questions should appear early,at least in the top third of question sequencing,so as not to waste anyone's time.

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Question 20

Questionnaire organization is important because the questionnaire's appearance and the ease with which respondents complete the questions have the potential to affect the quality of the data collected.

Accepted Answer

Organizing a questionnaire can affect the respondent's ability to provide accurate and complete responses. Therefore, it is crucial to ensure that the questionnaire is effectively structured to improve the quality of data collected.

Quiz 8: Designing Data Collection Forms