Which of the Following Is True About Mass Opinion Surveys

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about mass opinion surveys?

• A) They have become more accurate over time because of the increase in Internet polls.
• B) They have become so sophisticated that scientists have been able to eliminate any
• Margin of error.
• C) They are a powerful tool for measuring public opinion but should be
• Interpreted carefully.
• D) They should never be trusted because samples are almost always biased.
• E) They cannot give an accurate picture of public opinion.

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Definitions:

Convergent Validations

A method of validating findings or results by corroborating them through different measures or tests within the same study.

Multiple Methodologies

The use of various research or work methods in combination to address a problem or study a phenomenon.

Idiographic Method

A research approach focusing on the unique aspects of individual cases or entities rather than seeking general laws.

Specific Situation

A particular set of circumstances or conditions that are distinct in some way from others.