When a radio talk show host asks listeners to call in their opinions regarding legislation to increase Canada Pension benefits,the overwhelming response is support for the increase.All of the following are likely shortcomings of this survey EXCEPT:
A)the lack of a representative sample.
B)the issue of volunteer bias.
C)the tendency to lie about touchy subjects.
D)the method of subject recruitment.

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While volunteer bias, lack of a representative sample and method of subject recruitment are all potential shortcomings of this survey, the issue of lying about touchy subjects is not necessarily applicable in this scenario. People may feel strongly about the issue of increasing Canada Pension benefits and may be honest about their opinions when calling in to the show.

When a Radio Talk Show Host Asks Listeners to Call