The Amount of Error in a Poll That Results from Interviewing

question 37

Multiple Choice

The amount of error in a poll that results from interviewing a group of people rather than the whole population under study is referred to as ______________________.

• A) sampling error
• B) question error
• C) inaccuracy of answers
• D) inconsistent questioning
• E) cultural diversity

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Definitions:

Multiple Causes

A principle acknowledging that outcomes often have more than one cause, highlighting the complexity of determining singular explanations for events or phenomena.

Level of Processing

A theory suggesting that the depth (shallow to deep) of mental processing affects memory recall, with deeper processing leading to better recall.

Unifying Themes

Broad ideas or concepts that serve to tie together or integrate various elements into a coherent whole.

Semantic Memory

A type of long-term memory involving the storage of general knowledge and facts about the world, separate from personal experiences.