A Student Completing a Research Project for a Criminal Justice

question 21

Multiple Choice

A student completing a research project for a criminal justice class obtained a radar gun for determining automobile speeds and recorded the speeds of automobiles passing a fixed location
Over a period of several hours. The student was unaware that the device needed to be recharged
After two hours of use and that the speeds recorded after two hours were not reliable. What type of
Problem has occurred?

• A)nonresponse bias
• B)selection bias
• C)measurement error

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Definitions:

Special Interest Projects

Initiatives or programs that cater to the specific needs or agendas of particular groups rather than the general public.

Political Contributions

Financial donations made to support political parties or candidates.

Economic Inefficiency

A situation where resources are not utilized in the most productive manner, leading to waste or loss of potential value.

Government Favors

Special advantages, privileges, or concessions given by the government to certain businesses, industries, or sectors.