Suppose That a Local Government Agency Is Interested in Gauging

question 30

Multiple Choice

Suppose that a local government agency is interested in gauging public opinion about natural gas drilling in northeastern Pennsylvania by surveying residents who live near a
Proposed drilling site. Which of the following questions is leading?

• A) Do you support the proposed gas drilling?
• B) Given the positive economic impact, do you support gas drilling?
• C) Given the negative impact on the environment, do you oppose gas drilling?
• D) Both A and B.
• E) Both B and C.

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