For Demographic Purposes, a Mail Survey Sent Out by the American

question 58

Multiple Choice

For demographic purposes, a mail survey sent out by the American Cancer Society asks each respondent to identify their race by choosing among a list of possibilities. This common type of question is called a(n) ____ question.

• A) dichotomous
• B) multiple-choice
• C) categorized
• D) open-ended
• E) optional response

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Definitions:

Intensive Care Unit

A specialized hospital department providing critical care and life support for severely ill patients.

Tactile Hallucinations

The perception of touch or sensation on the skin that has no physical cause, often experienced in certain psychiatric and neurological disorders.

Bathing/Hygiene

The practice of maintaining cleanliness of the body for health and well-being.

Cerebral Function

The array of activities carried out by the brain, encompassing both cognitive functions such as thinking and emotional responses.