Newsy Analysis: Polls Further Off Than In 2016

The video discusses the inaccuracies in polling predictions during the 2020 election, highlighting significant errors in states like Florida and Iowa. It compares these errors to historical data, noting that such discrepancies are rare. The video questions the reliability of future polling, given the substantial errors observed in 2020.

What was the predicted outcome for Joe Biden in Florida according to the polls?

• He was expected to lose by 2.5%

• He was expected to win by 6%

• He was expected to win by 2.5%

• He was expected to lose by 3.4%

How often do polling errors as large as Florida's occur in swing states during presidential elections?

• Once in 10 times

• Once in 15 times

• Once in 20 times

• Once in 5 times

Which states did Donald Trump win in 2016 despite polls suggesting otherwise?

• Wisconsin, Iowa, and Florida

• Wisconsin, Florida, and Ohio

• Wisconsin, Iowa, and Ohio

• Florida, Iowa, and Ohio

What is the main concern about polling discussed in the final section?

• The future reliability of polling

• The cost of conducting polls

• The influence of polls on voter behavior

• The role of technology in polling

In how many states had more than 99% of votes been reported when the analysis was conducted?

• 15 states

• 23 states

• 30 states

• 10 states