In Which of the Following Surveys Should You Place the Most

question 42

Multiple Choice

In which of the following surveys should you place the most trust?

• A) a survey by a large oil company that shows its product is better than that of other companies
• B) a telephone survey by a weekly newspaper that indicates prison reform is necessary
• C) a university study by known sociologists that concludes welfare payments are insufficient
• D) a woman's magazine survey that questions its subscribers about drug use by housewives

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Definitions:

Image

A representation or likeness of an object produced on a surface by light waves or captured through photography.

Echoic Memory

A component of sensory memory that holds auditory information, allowing sounds to be remembered for short periods after they are heard.

Iconic Memory

A type of visual sensory memory that holds a brief photographic image for a split second before it fades.

Meaningful Conversations

Exchanges that go beyond superficial topics, involving deep and significant subjects that contribute to stronger connections and understanding between the participants.