In order for a survey's results to be generalizable, the respondents to the survey must be

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For a survey's results to be generalizable, the respondents should be representative of the population of interest. This means that they should be a random sample, and ideally should reflect the key characteristics of the larger population on important dimensions, such as age, gender, education, and so on. It is not necessary for respondents to be excited or interested in the survey, nor is it ethical to manipulate or trick them into giving truthful responses.

In Order for a Survey's Results to Be Generalizable, the Respondents