A researcher is interested in studying rural farmers' opinions about cooperative extension services. The researcher is aware that the majority of the target population is lower socio-economic status. The best method of survey for this project is
a) Mailed
b) Electronic
c) Both are equally applicable
d) Neither is a justifiable method with this population
Q. 2Some limitations of survey research include
a) It does not determine causation
b) Heavy reliance on self-report
c) Bias is inherent
d) All of the above
Q. 3ALL BUT WHICH of the following are methods to increase survey response rate
a) Ensure invited participants are knowledgeable about the subject
b) Determine and implement follow-up procedures
c) Give each participant a chance on a DVD player
d) Be sure to not pre-notify so that participants will respond reflexively
Q. 4Which of the following is most true about survey design
a) The researcher can allow the research questions to evolve throughout the process
b) Methodological decisions are contingent on the research questions addressed by the survey
c) Sampling procedures are consistent across survey designs
d) All of the above are true regarding survey designs
Q. 5A school counselor conducts a health and wellness needs assessment of her students. She is likely employing which survey research design?
a) Trend
b) Cohort
c) Panel
d) Cross-sectional
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