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What is the main difference between a survey and a questionnaire?
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?
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?
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?
What makes a survey different from a questionnaire in terms of data handling?
What is a disadvantage of researcher-administered questionnaires?
What is a disadvantage of researcher-administered questionnaires?
Which type of question is best for collecting data on categorical or quantitative variables?
Which type of question is best for collecting data on categorical or quantitative variables?
What is an example of a ranked (ordinal) categorical answer?
What is an example of a ranked (ordinal) categorical answer?
In a survey or a questionnaire design, what should the question state for numeric responses?
In a survey or a questionnaire design, what should the question state for numeric responses?
Why should survey developers carefully consider the question order?
Why should survey developers carefully consider the question order?
What is the purpose of back translation in questionnaire design?
What is the purpose of back translation in questionnaire design?
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?
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?
What statistical method is used to create one or more index variables (called components) from a larger set of measured variables?
What statistical method is used to create one or more index variables (called components) from a larger set of measured variables?
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?
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?
What is the purpose of a pilot test in questionnaire design?
What is the purpose of a pilot test in questionnaire design?
