When Using Branching Questions the Researcher Should

question 42

Multiple Choice

When using branching questions the researcher should

• A)develop a flow chart of the logical possibilities and then prepare the questions and instructions to follow the chart.
• B)place the question branched to as close as possible to the question causing the branching.
• C)order the questions so the respondent can anticipate what information is required,and thus answer the questions more easily.
• D)place the question following the branch on a different page.
• E)Both a and b.

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Definitions:

Subgoaling

A strategy in which a larger goal is divided into smaller, more manageable goals, facilitating easier achievement of the overall objective.

Algorithms

Fixed, step-by-step procedures for solving problems or completing tasks, often used in computing and mathematical operations for guaranteed solutions.

Heuristics

Mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that simplify decision making, not always leading to the most accurate conclusions.

Shortcut Strategies

Methods or techniques used to solve problems or make decisions more efficiently by reducing the cognitive load.