Which Type of Bias Occurs When a Respondent Wishes to Create

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which type of bias occurs when a respondent wishes to create a favorable impression or save face in the presence of an interviewer?

• A)random sampling bias
• B)social desirability bias
• C)administrative bias
• D)interviewer cheating

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