The purpose of the coding process is
a. to transform raw data into symbols.
b. encrypt the raw data so that it is secure from unauthorized use.
c. determine if the raw data meets minimum quality standards.
d. detect incorrect or invalid responses.
e. separate completed questionnaires from incomplete ones.
Question 2Perhaps because Americans are working more, they tend to ____. As a result, they will pay for housecleaning and errand services to free up non-work time.
a. value money more than leisure time
b. place more value on household work
c. value leisure time as much as they value money
d. be willing to put more time in at work to earn more money
e. highly value work and the gratification that can come from it
Question 3Which of the following statements about the editing process are TRUE?
a. When it's obvious a respondent hasn't taken the study seriously, his or her answers should be dropped.
b. All completed questionnaires should be kept.
c. All incomplete questionnaires should be dropped.
d. You can't change incorrect answers, because you have no way of knowing the respondent's original intent.
e. All partially complete questionnaires should be kept.
Question 4In the United States, ____ is increasingly valued for its instrumental function in achieving other values.
a. leisure
b. work
c. health
d. self-esteem
e. gratification
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