A survey should avoid asking_____________?
Correct answer: C. leading questions
- A. fixed-choice questions s
- B. short questions s
- C. leading questions
- D. funneled questions s
Explanation
Leading questions suggest or pressure respondents toward a particular answer, creating response bias. Fixed-choice, short, and funnel questions can all be useful when designed clearly.
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