Questions and Answers
What is a requirement for creating effective answer options?
What is a potential consequence of using imprecise words in questions?
Which format is NOT a type of closed question?
Which question type encourages a broad range of responses?
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How should answer options be structured?
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When should a question include a 'don't know' option?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a closed question?
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What is a benefit of using simple language in questions?
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What is essential for a well-designed questionnaire to ensure it effectively answers the research question?
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Which of the following is a key ethical responsibility of a researcher during an interview?
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What is NOT a suggested practice for reducing bias in a questionnaire?
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Which consideration is included in Patton's checklist for ethical issues in qualitative research?
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According to the content, what is a fundamental characteristic of variables in research?
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What should researchers do to maintain emotional awareness during interviews?
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Which practice is recommended to increase the likelihood of a questionnaire being completed?
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What aspect should researchers actively maintain with their participants throughout the study?
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What is a significant problem to avoid when crafting survey questions?
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What is an example of a problematic question due to ambiguity?
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Why is it important to avoid jargon or slang in survey questions?
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What is a method to simplify data entry in questionnaires?
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Which of the following response formats is NOT an example of a closed question?
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What should be avoided in survey options to ensure clarity?
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Which type of questioning can lead respondents toward a desired answer?
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What is the primary advantage of using a numerical scale in surveys?
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What is an important aspect of presentation and layout in questionnaire design?
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Which strategy should be avoided when designing a questionnaire layout?
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What is one recommended practice for organizing questions in a questionnaire?
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What type of question should be asked at the beginning of a questionnaire?
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Which of the following is a guideline for the format of questions in a questionnaire?
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Why is it important to avoid unnecessary information in questionnaire content?
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What is a potential benefit of using color in a questionnaire?
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When should filter questions be used in a questionnaire?
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Which of the following is an example of a ratio variable?
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What is the primary characteristic of a nominal variable?
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Which type of variable is Age (yrs) classified as?
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The process of reorganizing raw data into a machine-readable format is known as what?
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Which variable type allows for both categorical and ordered data?
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What does it mean for a variable to have a true zero point?
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Which of these is classified as a dichotomous variable?
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Which of these is NOT a step in analyzing quantitative data?
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Study Notes
Questionnaire Design Variables
- Consider content, format, presentation, and layout for effective questions.
- Develop a coding schedule if necessary.
Presentation and Layout
- Utilize a clear, consistent layout with adequate space for answers and large font sizes.
- Ensure appropriate page breaks and simplicity by avoiding complex designs and unnecessary logos.
- Color usage or colored paper can enhance engagement.
- Filter questions should be included when needed.
- Provide clear instructions for how to answer questions.
Best Practices for Layout
- Maintain an aesthetically pleasing and easy-to-read appearance.
- Formulate questions to be short, simple, relevant, and logically structured to promote high response rates.
Organizing Questions
- Organize questions from easy to difficult, general to specific, and factual to abstract.
- Be mindful of the placement of sensitive questions to avoid ordering effects.
- Begin with simple, closed-format questions that are relevant but non-offensive.
Question Content and Focus
- Ensure questions are clear, focused on research goals, and avoid unrelated information.
- Collect demographic and contact information when anonymity is not a concern.
Formatting Questions
- Tailor questions to the audience’s background, ensuring clarity and simplicity.
- Define key terms to avoid confusion, and offer a “don’t know” option.
- Ask one piece of information per question, using mutually exclusive and exhaustive answer options.
Accuracy and Objectivity
- Use precise language to minimize error and avoid vague terms.
- Construct objective questions, steering clear of ambiguity and leading language.
Question Formats
- Closed questions provide forced choices (e.g., yes/no), while open questions allow for free text responses.
- Various formats include multiple-choice, rating scales, and numerical scales.
Coding Schedule
- Pre-coding facilitates faster data entry and analysis.
- Common coding examples include assigning numbers to demographic options (e.g., Male = 1, Female = 2).
Common Problems and Pitfalls
- Avoid double-barreled questions, ambiguity, jargon, and non-mutually exclusive choices.
- Prevent leading questions to preserve data integrity.
Best Practices for Surveys
- A well-designed questionnaire yields reliable data and reduces bias, enhancing validity.
- Short and focused questions improve participant engagement and completion rates.
Ethical Considerations
- Maintain the ethical integrity of research by establishing trust with participants, ensuring informed consent, and committing to confidentiality.
- Ethical responsibilities include reciprocal relationships and respectful engagement with the study population.
Understanding Variables
- Define variables as characteristics measured in research.
- Distinguish between different types of variables (nominal, ordinal, interval, and ratio) and their respective measurements.
Dealing with Data
- Organize data in numerical form for efficient computer analysis and summarization into tables or graphs.
- Implement coding to transform raw data into a machine-readable format, enhancing analysis ease.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the principles of designing effective questionnaires, specifically highlighting the aspects of presentation and layout. It covers essential criteria such as consistent design, readability, and appropriate formatting, ensuring respondents can easily understand and answer questions. Test your knowledge on best practices for questionnaire design.