When an Issue or Topic Is Salient, the Survey Respondent

question 77

Multiple Choice

When an issue or topic is salient, the survey respondent is:

• A) likely to be confused by the question.
• B) unlikely to answer the question or to take it seriously.
• C) likely to express thoughtful but inaccurate opinions.
• D) likely to express thoughtful and accurate opinions.
• E) likely to answer the question but with a response that the respondent thinks the interviewer wants to hear.

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Definitions:

Past Events

Occurrences or happenings that took place in the past.

Yardstick Approach

A method of performance evaluation where an individual's performance is compared against a standard or benchmark.

Alternatives

Different options or choices available in a given situation.

Ethical Recommendations

Suggestions or advice based on moral principles, aimed at guiding behavior or decision-making in a responsible manner.