Common Situational Factors That Are Potential Sources of Measurement Error

question 23

Multiple Choice

Common situational factors that are potential sources of measurement error include

• A) factors such as a person's mood, fatigue and willingness to participate
• B) variations in the environment such as time of day, temperature, presence of family members
• C) variations in how the questions are administered, such as by phone or through e-mail
• D) the degree of ambiguity and difficulty of the questions and the ability of respondents to answer

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Definitions:

Sampling Unit

The basic unit containing the elements of the population to be sampled, such as individual participants or geographical areas.

Sample Size

The number of observations or individuals included in a study, crucial for determining the study's generalizability and statistical power.

Budget

An estimate of income and expenditure for a set period of time, often used for planning financial operations.

Font Choice

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