What is method for a researcher to test for acquiescence?
A) Probe for more information
B) Ask questions in the same way for each item
C) Shift from questionnaire to structured interview
D) Include items that call for the opposite response

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Including items that call for the opposite response can effectively test for acquiescence, as it checks whether the respondent is answering consistently or simply agreeing with all items. Unlike option A, probing for more information may not necessarily reveal acquiescence. Option B, asking questions in the same way for each item, may lead to a systematic response bias. Option C, shifting from questionnaire to structured interview, may not be feasible or necessary for all research studies.

What Is Method for a Researcher to Test for Acquiescence