What, If Anything, Is Wrong with the Following Questions Asked

question 31

Multiple Choice

What, if anything, is wrong with the following questions asked of homeowners: "What is the approximate value of your home?" ____ $20,000-$39,999 ____ $40,000-$59,999 ____ $60,000-$79,999

• A)The categories are not mutually exclusive.
• B)The question is too sensitive.
• C)The list of alternatives is not exhaustive.
• D)The response categories are ambiguous.
• E)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Specified Level

A predetermined or defined intensity, quantity, or magnitude of a particular variable.

Technological Change

Innovations and improvements in technology that enhance productivity, efficiency, and the overall quality of goods and services.

Income Inequality

Describes the uneven distribution of income among individuals in a society, where some earn significantly more than others.

Redistribution Programs

Government policies or initiatives designed to transfer income or wealth from certain groups of individuals to others, often aiming at reducing economic inequalities.