The Results of a Survey Are Likely to Be Misleading

question 218

Multiple Choice

The results of a survey are likely to be misleading if

• A) the survey is administrated to a representative sample of people.
• B) the survey is administered to a random sample of people.
• C) the survey involved more than three questions.
• D) you don't know how the questions were phrased.

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Definitions:

Stock Split

A measure taken by a company to split its current shares into numerous ones, aiming to increase the shares' liquidity.

Par Value

The nominal or face value of a stock or bond, representing the minimum amount the security is stated to be worth.

Common Stock Account

An equity account on a company's balance sheet representing the total amount of money invested by common stockholders plus the retained earnings of the company.

Common Stock Dividend

A portion of a company's earnings distributed to common shareholders, typically in the form of cash or additional shares.