The Issue of Time for Thought in the Design of Questions

question 52

Multiple Choice

The issue of time for thought in the design of questions 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:

Win-Lose Strategy

An approach in negotiation or conflict resolution where one party aims to secure their interests at the expense of the other's, often resulting in a zero-sum outcome.

Arbitrary Approach

A method or decision-making process based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.

Conflict Manager

A person or tool designed to help handle, resolve, or mitigate disputes or conflicts within a group or organization.

Thomas-Kilman Conflict Model

The Thomas-Kilman Conflict Model is a framework for understanding different conflict handling styles, including competing, collaborating, compromising, avoiding, and accommodating.