The training of field workers is critical. Which of the following statements is not true regarding making the initial contact?
A) The initial contact can result in cooperation or the loss of potential respondents.
B) Interviewers should be trained to make opening remarks that will convince potential respondents that their participation is important.
C) The interviewer should specifically ask the respondent's permission.
D) The interviewer should be instructed on handling objections and refusals.

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The statement that the interviewer should specifically ask the respondent's permission is not true regarding making the initial contact, as it is generally assumed that the interviewer has the right to contact potential respondents as part of the survey process.

The Training of Field Workers Is Critical