Which of the Following Is True of Syndicated Studies

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of syndicated studies?

• A)They are obtained only by watching how people behave, either in person or by using a machine to record events.
• B)They can be standardized in the form of a questionnaire alone and asked to a large representative sample to obtain accurate data.
• C)They refer to studies that always have a large sample of respondents that voluntarily completes questionnaires on a regular basis so that researchers can assess changes in behaviour and attitudes.
• D)They are a hybrid of primary and secondary research conducted by a research company, spreading the cost across many clients to reduce the price.

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Definitions:

Time Inconsistency

The human tendency to systematically misjudge at the present time what will actually end up being desired at a future time.

Behavioral Economists

Economists who study the psychological, cognitive, emotional, cultural, and social factors on the economic decisions of individuals and institutions.

Precommitments

Actions taken ahead of time that make it difficult for the future self to avoid doing what the present self desires. See time inconsistency and self-control problems.

Self-Control Problems

Self-control problems refer to situations where individuals struggle to resist short-term temptations in order to achieve long-term goals, often leading to impulsive behavior.