Advantages and Disadvantages of Surveys Flashcard

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What is one of the main advantages of surveys?

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High representativeness

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Which of the following is a disadvantage of surveys? High observer subjectivity, Inflexible design, Precise results, Convenient data gathering

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Inflexible design

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Why are surveys considered cost-effective?

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They only need payment for questionnaire production

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What is a benefit of the high representativeness of surveys?

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It provides a better description of the general population

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Which method is NOT mentioned as a way to administer surveys? Options: Email, Fax, Internet, Television

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Television

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What is a challenge when using surveys for controversial issues?

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Difficulty in recalling information

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What is a strength of surveys in terms of statistical analysis?

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Good statistical significance

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Why might survey questions be inappropriate for some participants?

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They are standardized and general

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What is a key feature of surveys that reduces observer subjectivity?

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Standardized stimulus

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What is a disadvantage of the inflexible design of surveys?

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It prevents changes throughout the process.