Walt Is Constructing a New Questionnaire for His Research Study

question 47

Multiple Choice

Walt is constructing a new questionnaire for his research study. He has reviewed the literature, began planning the questionnaire, and written the items for the questionnaire. His next task should be to:

• A) Pilot test the questionnaire and make appropriate changes
• B) Consider using the think-aloud technique in order to ensure that the questionnaire works the way it is intended
• C) Design the overall layout and overall questionnaire
• D) Test the questionnaire again after any changes have been made to it

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