Which of the following statements is true regarding the order in which items appear in a questionnaire?
A)The order should be random.
B)The order does not matter.
C)Researchers should attempt to estimate the effect of question order and use their judgment so as to minimize any order problems
D)The order can be random because it does not matter.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The order of questions in a questionnaire can influence participant responses, and researchers should try to estimate and minimize any potential bias. Therefore, option C is the best choice. Options A and D suggest the use of random order, which may not be ideal for all questionnaires. Option B is incorrect as the order of questions is an important factor that can affect responses.

Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Order