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Which of these NOT viewed as a strength of surveys ?

Correct answer: B. they offer an appearance of precision

  • A. they are often undertaken by specialist agencies
  • B. they offer an appearance of precision
  • C. the data is easy to quantify and analyses
  • D. large numbers of people can be studied

Explanation

Surveys can cover large samples and produce data that are readily quantified, but their numerical precision may only be an appearance because responses and measurements can contain bias. Thus, the appearance of precision is not a genuine strength.

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