The Accuracy of the Population Sample Used for Public Opinion

question 6

Multiple Choice

The accuracy of the population sample used for public opinion polls depends on

• A)whether telephoning or direct contact is used to draw the sample.
• B)the care with which questions are written and asked.
• C)whether computers are used to draw the sample.
• D)the factors of believability and reliability.
• E)randomness of selection, size of sample, and variation in the population.

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Definitions:

Piagetian Task

Refers to a set of experimental procedures designed to assess cognitive development in children, based on the theories of Jean Piaget, which focus on stages of cognitive growth and how children interact with their environment to learn.

Concrete Operational Tasks

Cognitive tasks used to assess a child's ability to operate logically in solving problems involving tangible objects, as per Piaget's theory of cognitive development.

Metamemory

The self-awareness of one's own memory capabilities, including the processes of monitoring and regulating the memory.

Middle Childhood

The developmental stage typically ranging from ages 6 to 12, marked by significant growth in cognitive abilities, social skills, and independence.