Which of These Things Is More Likely Than the Others

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of these things is more likely than the others to undermine the validity of survey research?

• A) Researchers purposely avoid discussion of controversial issues with people who are part of a prospective random sample.
• B) People who are part of a prospective random sample screen their phone calls.
• C) People who are part of a prospective random sample are contacted as close to Election Day as possible.
• D) Researchers ask people who are part of a prospective random sample too many open-ended questions.
• E) Researchers have to try several times to get through to people who are part of a prospective random sample.

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Definitions:

Hidden Curriculum

Refers to the unwritten, informal teachings and norms that schools impart on students, such as social and behavioral expectations.

Dominant Ideology

The set of beliefs, values, and norms that are widely shared and accepted within a society, often serving to maintain the power of the ruling class or group.

Ideal Culture

The values, norms, and behaviors that a society or group considers desirable and strives for, often contrasted with real culture, which reflects actual behavior and norms.

Cultural Capital

The range of non-financial social assets that promote social mobility beyond economic means, including education, intellect, style of speech, dress, or physical appearance.