GCSE Secondary Maths Age 13-17 - Probability & Statistics: Questionnaire - Explained

The video tutorial discusses common issues in designing questionnaires, such as lack of units and overlapping response options. It provides guidelines for creating effective questions, emphasizing the importance of including a time frame and ensuring non-overlapping response options. The tutorial also explains how marks are allocated for identifying errors and crafting questions, offering tips to avoid common pitfalls.

What is one major issue with the sample question about the distance to the nearest supermarket?

• It lacks a clear time frame.

• It includes too many options.

• It uses complex language.

• It does not specify units.

Why is it problematic to have overlapping response options in a questionnaire?

• It makes the questionnaire too long.

• It can lead to confusion about where to place a response.

• It increases the cost of the survey.

• It requires additional calculations.

What additional option is suggested for the top end of the range in the questionnaire?

• A 'less than' option.

• A 'more than' option.

• A 'none of the above' option.

• A 'between' option.

When creating a question about shopping frequency, what is crucial to include?

• A comparison with other activities.

• A list of popular shopping locations.

• A detailed explanation of shopping habits.

• A time frame for the responses.

What should be avoided when designing a questionnaire with tick boxes?

• Asking open-ended questions.

• Providing a range of options.

• Using tally charts and frequencies.

• Including a time frame.