In Wording Survey Questions, the Researcher Should Make Sure That

question 23

Multiple Choice

In wording survey questions, the researcher should make sure that 1-the language is simple and direct. 2-the questions are directed to those with a college education. 3-there is a leeway for a respondent to find his or her own interpretation of the meaning of a question. 4-there are no leading questions.

• A)1
• B)2
• C)3
• D)4
• E)1 and 4

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Definitions:

Placebo Effect

A phenomenon in which a fake treatment, an inert substance like a sugar pill, can sometimes improve a patient's condition simply because the person has the expectation that it will be helpful.

Experimenter Effect

The influence that the experimenter's presence, behavior, or characteristics can have on the results of a research study.

Behaviorism

A theory in psychology which states that all behaviors are learned through interactions with the environment, and is centered on the belief that internal states such as thoughts, feelings, and motives are not necessary for understanding behavior.

Psychoanalysis

A method of mental therapy originating from Sigmund Freud, focusing on unconscious processes and resolved through dialogue between patient and psychoanalyst.