18 Questions
What are some key factors to consider when choosing the approach for conducting a questionnaire?
The researcher's availability and confidence in approaching respondents
Why is it important for a sample to closely represent the whole population?
To prevent any bias in the survey results
What two factors contribute to determining the representativeness of a sample?
Sample size and sample selection
Why is it crucial to calculate the sample size correctly?
To prevent biased or unrepresentative results
What is one of the common questions related to sampling addressed in the text?
'How many people should I survey?'
What confidence level does standard protocol recommend aiming for in statistical research?
95%
What is the main difference between self-completion questionnaires and researcher completion questionnaires?
The presence of a researcher to guide the respondent
In which type of questionnaire must the researcher be cautious of their influence on the survey?
Researcher completion
Which type of questionnaire has a higher likelihood of communication errors?
Self-completion with no researcher present
Why is it important for researchers to be aware of all reactions, including body language and neutral responses, in certain types of questionnaires?
To influence the respondent's answers
What must a researcher be cautious of when responding to similar questions raised by the respondent in certain types of questionnaires?
Being consistent in responses
Which type of questionnaire involves the researchers asking the respondent the questions and completing the questionnaire themselves?
Researcher completion
What does a 95% confidence level indicate in a survey?
There is a 95% chance that the survey results are accurate.
What is the significance of the margin of error in a survey?
It reflects the accuracy of the survey results.
Which sampling technique aims to represent the view of a general population?
Stratified sampling
What distinguishes non-probability sampling from probability sampling?
Non-probability sampling is used when a random selection is not possible.
In which type of sampling technique are respondents intercepted and asked to complete a questionnaire?
Intercept sampling
What distinguishes quota sampling from disproportionate stratified sampling?
The randomness of sample selection within each group.
Explore the questionnaire design process, sampling techniques, pilot testing, survey administration, data entry, validation, analysis, and interpretation. Learn about self-completion questionnaires and other types of surveys.
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