Noting That Answering a Survey Is a Social Situation Reminds

question 20

Multiple Choice

Noting that answering a survey is a social situation reminds us that

• A)respondents are likely to be distracted and not think carefully about their answers.
• B)respondents might answer on the basis of how they think the researcher wants them to respond.
• C)it is important to make the research atmosphere pleasant.
• D)having too much diversity can make people feel shy or intimidated.

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