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What is the main difference between a survey and a questionnaire?

  • A survey involves collection, recording, and analysis of information, while a questionnaire contains a list of ready-made questions for obtaining statistical information.
  • A survey is open-ended, while a questionnaire is closed-ended.
  • A survey is used for statistical analysis, while a questionnaire is for individual benefit. (correct)
  • A survey is conducted on the target population, while a questionnaire is delivered to respondents.
  • What are the characteristics of self-administered questionnaires?

  • They are less susceptible to nonresponse bias.
  • They are suitable for people with limited literacy or verbal skills.
  • They are costly and difficult to administer for small and large groups.
  • They are standardized with identical wording for all respondents. (correct)
  • What is the first step in designing a questionnaire?

  • Confirming participants' eligibility criteria for the study.
  • Listing the topics that the survey instrument must cover. (correct)
  • Assigning participants to key exposure and disease categories.
  • Deciding on the mode of administration.
  • What makes a survey different from a questionnaire in terms of data handling?

    <p>A survey involves data collection for statistical analysis, while a questionnaire collects information for the benefit of one single individual.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of researcher-administered questionnaires?

    <p>Costly and time-consuming to perform</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of question is best for collecting data on categorical or quantitative variables?

    <p>Closed-ended questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a ranked (ordinal) categorical answer?

    <p>Likert scale questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a survey or a questionnaire design, what should the question state for numeric responses?

    <p>How specific the answers should be</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should survey developers carefully consider the question order?

    <p>To prevent habituation in respondents' answers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of back translation in questionnaire design?

    <p>To confirm the accuracy of the translation from the original language to a new language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of reliability is demonstrated when consistent answers are given to similar questions and when an assessment yields the same outcome when repeated several times?

    <p>Internal consistency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What statistical method is used to create one or more index variables (called components) from a larger set of measured variables?

    <p>Principal component analysis (PCA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of validity uses an established test as a standard for confirming the utility of a new test that examines a similar theoretical construct?

    <p>Criterion validity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a pilot test in questionnaire design?

    <p>To evaluate the feasibility of a full-scale research project</p> Signup and view all the answers

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