______ Are Used by Researchers to Measure Public Opinion on Sensitive

question 83

Multiple Choice

______ are used by researchers to measure public opinion on sensitive issues without letting respondents know what information is being sought.

• A) Simple random samples
• B) List experiments
• C) Push polls
• D) Bandwagon effects
• E) Face-to-face surveys

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Definitions:

Observer Drift

A phenomenon where there is a gradual shift or deviation in the way observers record or interpret information over time.

External Locus of Control

A belief system where individuals think that external forces or events are responsible for their life outcomes.

Reciprocal Determinism

A concept in social cognitive theory that suggests individual behavior, environmental factors, and personal cognitive factors influence each other in a bidirectional manner.

Philosophy Class

A philosophy class explores fundamental questions regarding existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language through analytical and critical discussion.