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:

Middle

Generally refers to an intermediate position or stage between two extremes, such as the middle of a process, area, or period.

Beginning

The point in time or space at which something starts.

End

The conclusion or final point of something, where it ceases to continue.

Recognition

The ability to match a piece of information or a stimulus to a stored image or fact.