The questionnaire item "Which is not a serious problem in the U.S. today, anomie or the socialization of the young?" violates which of the following guidelines?
A) Avoid double-barreled questions.
B) Avoid short items.
C) Avoid leading the respondent.
D) Avoid meaningful questions.
E) Avoid negative items.

Question

The questionnaire item "Which is not a serious problem in the U.S. today, anomie or the socialization of the young?" violates which of the following guidelines?​
A) Avoid double-barreled questions.​
B) ​Avoid short items.
C) ​Avoid leading the respondent.
D) ​Avoid meaningful questions.
E) ​Avoid negative items.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The question violates the guideline of avoiding negative questions as it is asking for a negative answer ("not a serious problem") which can be confusing for respondents.

The Questionnaire Item "Which Is Not a Serious Problem in the U.S