Which of the Following Is Not an Advantage of Survey

question 400

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an advantage of survey research?

• A) survey researchers have a great ability to identify their own limitations and correct them.
• B) survey research is a good way to learn about a large portion of the population by studying a smaller portion of that same population.
• C) surveys are good at telling us about the hidden, secretive, and embarrassing events in people's lives.
• D) survey are a good way to learn about people's attitudes, values, and opinions.

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Definitions:

Sample Data

Data collected from a subset of a larger population, used to make inferences or predictions about the population as a whole.

SRS

Simple Random Sampling, a statistical method wherein each member of a population has an equal chance of being selected for the sample.

Sign Test

A non-parametric test used to determine if there is a significant difference between paired observations, relying on the direction of differences rather than their size.

Matched Pairs

A statistical technique that involves comparing two samples that are closely related or paired, often used in before-and-after studies.