The Issue of Frame of Reference in the Design of Questions

question 26

Multiple Choice

The issue of frame of reference in the design of questions and questionnaires asks _____.

• A) does the question contain wording that implies the researcher's desire for the participant to respond in one way rather than another
• B) is the question worded from the researcher's perspective or the participant's perspective
• C) does the question ask the participant for information that relates to thoughts or activity too far in the participant's past to be remembered
• D) does the question use words that have no meaning or a different meaning for the participant
• E) is it reasonable to assume that the participant can frame an answer to the question

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Definitions:

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

A reserve for accounts receivable that may not be collectable, reducing the book value of accounts receivable to a more realistic value.

Cash Loan

A financial agreement where a borrower receives a specific amount of cash from a lender and commits to repaying it over time, along with interest.

End-of-Period Adjusting Entry

Journal entries made at the end of an accounting period to update the accounts and ensure revenues and expenses are recorded in the appropriate period.

Interest Revenue

Income earned from lending investments or extending credit, typically expressed in monetary terms.