The Wording of Polling Questions Can Mean Everything

question 74

Multiple Choice

The wording of polling questions can mean everything. Which of the following is a key recommendation in constructing good poll questions?

• A) Avoid double negatives.
• B) The questions should be leading so the interviewee can easily come to an answer.
• C) Honesty must always be expected.
• D) Double-barreled questions are a good way to get as many answers from one question as possible.
• E) Questions can be as simple or as complicated as necessary.

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