Question wording effects

Definition

Question wording effects occur when the specific phrasing or ordering of questions in surveys influences the responses given by participants. This can lead to variations in public opinion data, affecting the interpretation of how people feel about political issues.

Related terms

Response Bias: A tendency for respondents to answer questions untruthfully or misleadingly, often influenced by question wording.

Survey Design:

The process of creating surveys in a way that accurately measures opinions, behaviors, or characteristics of a group of people.

Public Opinion Polls: Surveys designed to measure the views and preferences of the general population regarding political issues or candidates