Surveys involve collecting information from individuals through questionnaires or interviews in order to gather data about their opinions, behaviors, or characteristics.
Surveys are like taking a poll among your classmates to find out their favorite type of music. You create a set of questions and ask each person to respond honestly. By collecting and analyzing the responses, you can determine the most popular genre among your peers.
Sampling: Sampling refers to the process of selecting a subset of individuals from a larger population for inclusion in a survey or study.
Likert Scale: A Likert scale is a commonly used rating scale that measures respondents' attitudes or opinions by asking them to indicate their level of agreement or disagreement with statements.
Open-ended Questions: Open-ended questions allow respondents to provide detailed and unrestricted answers, giving them the freedom to express their thoughts without being limited by predefined options.
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