Which Step Does NOT Improve the Quality of the Interview

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which step does NOT improve the quality of the interview during the information-gathering phase?

• A) Ask multiple questions at a time
• B) Begin by asking questions that are not likely to cause the respondent to become defensive or hostile
• C) Give the person an opportunity to qualify his or her answers
• D) Ask straightforward and frank questions

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