The Primary Purpose of the Probe in a Line of Questioning

question 32

Multiple Choice

The primary purpose of the probe in a line of questioning is to:

• A) prompt participants into providing more detail
• B) scare participants from participating in research
• C) make participants uncomfortable during research
• D) challenge participants to change their answers

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Definitions:

Physical Environment

The tangible, physical surroundings in which an organism or community lives, works, or spends time.

Respiratory Problems

Health conditions related to the lungs and breathing, including diseases such as asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).

Arsenic

A naturally occurring chemical element known for its toxicity and potential use in pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides.

Benzene

A colorless, volatile, and highly flammable liquid hydrocarbon that is widely used in chemical manufacturing and is a known carcinogen.