Unbiased Survey Question Techniques

Unbiased Survey Question Techniques

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Thomas White

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The video lesson discusses the concept of bias in survey questions, emphasizing the importance of unbiased questions to obtain accurate survey results. It provides examples of biased and unbiased questions, highlighting how adjectives and opinions can influence responses. The lesson also covers subtle biases and concludes with a preview of the next lesson on proportional reasoning.

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19 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason for avoiding bias in survey questions?

To increase the number of questions

To confuse the respondents

To ensure accurate survey results

To make surveys more interesting

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a biased question?

Would you prefer a dog or a cat?

Do you enjoy reading books?

Do you like sunny or rainy weather?

Would you prefer a drooling barking dog or a cat?

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which question is an example of unbiased language?

Would you prefer a gasoline-wasting big SUV or an energy-efficient small car?

Would you rather have a delicious doughnut or a boring salad?

Would you prefer a loving dog or a cat that needs a smelly litter box?

Would you prefer a dog or a cat?

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can adjectives in survey questions lead to bias?

They make questions longer

They provide additional information

They can influence the respondent's choice

They make questions more colorful

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following questions is unbiased?

Would you rather have a fattening donut or a nutritious salad?

Would you prefer a delicious doughnut or a boring salad?

Would you rather have a donut or salad?

Would you like a sweet or savory snack?

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a biased question about food?

Would you prefer a fattening donut or a nutritious salad?

Do you like spicy food?

Do you enjoy cooking?

What is your favorite cuisine?

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should be avoided in survey questions to prevent bias?

Adjectives and opinions

Multiple-choice format

Complex vocabulary

Short sentences

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