Data Collection Methods Quiz

What is a primary advantage of using closed-ended questions in a questionnaire?

• They allow respondents to express detailed opinions.

• They are easier to code and analyze.

• They make data collection slower.

• They eliminate the need for a facilitator.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a high-quality questionnaire?

• It collects precisely the needed information.

• It includes all possible response categories.

• It contains primarily open-ended questions.

• It is structured and consistently implemented.

Why should a questionnaire include a "skip logic" feature?

• To prevent respondents from answering too many questions.

• To make data collection faster by avoiding unnecessary questions.

• To confuse respondents and ensure only detailed responses.

• To eliminate the need for digital tools.

What is a key disadvantage of a facilitated questionnaire?

• It requires respondents to be literate.

• It is difficult to distribute to a large population.

• It has a low response rate.

• It does not require a trained facilitator.

True or False :A self-administered questionnaire is ideal for populations with low literacy levels.

• True

• False

Questionnaires can be delivered both in paper format and through digital media.

• True

• False

Content-mapping questions are designed to explore a topic in depth after an initial response.

• True

• False

A well-designed questionnaire should include an "I don't know" response option where appropriate.

• True

• False