Use the guidelines to evaluate the study. From the information given, what is the biggest flaw in the study?
-A health researcher randomly selected 500 high school students from the city of Oak Grove. In a private interview the researcher asked the students whether they had ever used drugs. She
Concluded that only 8% of the high school students of Oak Grove have ever used drugs.
A)Selection bias
B)The wording of the question
C)The setting may discourage honest responses
D)Participation bias
E)The source of the study

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The setting of a private interview may discourage honest responses due to fear of judgment or repercussions, affecting the accuracy of the data collected on sensitive topics like drug use.

Use the Guidelines to Evaluate the Study