Tammy created a survey to study how much alcohol students drink. On the survey she asked the following question: In the past seven days, how many times have you consumed alcohol or smoked marijuana? What is the main problem with how this survey question is worded?
A) It is unclear what the question is asking.
B) It contains loaded language.
C) It is a double-barreled question
D) Students might define drinking differently.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The question is asking about both alcohol and marijuana consumption, making it a double-barreled question. This can lead to confusion or inaccurate responses. It would be better to ask separate questions about alcohol and marijuana use.

Tammy Created a Survey to Study How Much Alcohol Students