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Types of Polls

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What is a straw poll?

  1. A poll conducted by a political party to gauge the popularity of its candidates.

  2. A poll conducted by a media organization to predict the outcome of an election.

  3. A poll conducted by a research firm to study public opinion on a particular issue.

  4. A poll conducted by a government agency to collect data on the population.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A straw poll is a type of poll conducted by a political party to gauge the popularity of its candidates among party members or the general public.

What is a push poll?

  1. A poll that is designed to influence public opinion rather than measure it.

  2. A poll that is conducted by a political party to gauge the popularity of its candidates.

  3. A poll that is conducted by a media organization to predict the outcome of an election.

  4. A poll that is conducted by a research firm to study public opinion on a particular issue.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A push poll is a type of poll that is designed to influence public opinion rather than measure it. It is typically conducted by a political party or interest group and is used to spread negative information about an opponent or promote a particular candidate or policy.

What is a tracking poll?

  1. A poll that is conducted over a period of time to track changes in public opinion.

  2. A poll that is conducted by a political party to gauge the popularity of its candidates.

  3. A poll that is conducted by a media organization to predict the outcome of an election.

  4. A poll that is conducted by a research firm to study public opinion on a particular issue.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A tracking poll is a type of poll that is conducted over a period of time to track changes in public opinion. It is typically conducted by a media organization or research firm and is used to monitor the popularity of candidates or policies over time.

What is a random sample poll?

  1. A poll in which every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

  2. A poll in which only certain members of the population are selected.

  3. A poll in which the sample is selected based on convenience.

  4. A poll in which the sample is selected based on quotas.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A random sample poll is a type of poll in which every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected. This ensures that the sample is representative of the population as a whole.

What is a stratified sample poll?

  1. A poll in which the sample is divided into strata based on certain characteristics.

  2. A poll in which every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

  3. A poll in which only certain members of the population are selected.

  4. A poll in which the sample is selected based on convenience.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A stratified sample poll is a type of poll in which the sample is divided into strata based on certain characteristics, such as age, gender, or race. This ensures that the sample is representative of the population as a whole with respect to these characteristics.

What is a cluster sample poll?

  1. A poll in which the sample is selected from a group of clusters.

  2. A poll in which every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

  3. A poll in which only certain members of the population are selected.

  4. A poll in which the sample is selected based on convenience.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A cluster sample poll is a type of poll in which the sample is selected from a group of clusters, such as counties or cities. This is done to reduce the cost and time required to conduct the poll.

What is a convenience sample poll?

  1. A poll in which the sample is selected based on convenience.

  2. A poll in which every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

  3. A poll in which only certain members of the population are selected.

  4. A poll in which the sample is selected from a group of clusters.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A convenience sample poll is a type of poll in which the sample is selected based on convenience, such as by interviewing people who are easy to reach or who are willing to participate. This type of poll is often used for quick and inexpensive surveys, but it is not as accurate as other types of polls.

What is a quota sample poll?

  1. A poll in which the sample is selected based on quotas.

  2. A poll in which every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

  3. A poll in which only certain members of the population are selected.

  4. A poll in which the sample is selected from a group of clusters.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A quota sample poll is a type of poll in which the sample is selected based on quotas, such as ensuring that the sample includes a certain number of people from each demographic group. This type of poll is often used to ensure that the sample is representative of the population as a whole.

What is a panel poll?

  1. A poll in which the same group of people is interviewed multiple times.

  2. A poll in which every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

  3. A poll in which only certain members of the population are selected.

  4. A poll in which the sample is selected from a group of clusters.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A panel poll is a type of poll in which the same group of people is interviewed multiple times over a period of time. This type of poll is often used to track changes in public opinion over time.

What is a cross-sectional poll?

  1. A poll in which a different group of people is interviewed each time.

  2. A poll in which every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

  3. A poll in which only certain members of the population are selected.

  4. A poll in which the sample is selected from a group of clusters.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A cross-sectional poll is a type of poll in which a different group of people is interviewed each time. This type of poll is often used to get a snapshot of public opinion at a particular point in time.

What is a longitudinal poll?

  1. A poll in which the same group of people is interviewed multiple times.

  2. A poll in which a different group of people is interviewed each time.

  3. A poll in which only certain members of the population are selected.

  4. A poll in which the sample is selected from a group of clusters.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A longitudinal poll is a type of poll in which the same group of people is interviewed multiple times over a period of time. This type of poll is often used to track changes in public opinion over time.

What is a cohort poll?

  1. A poll in which a group of people who share a common experience is interviewed.

  2. A poll in which every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

  3. A poll in which only certain members of the population are selected.

  4. A poll in which the sample is selected from a group of clusters.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A cohort poll is a type of poll in which a group of people who share a common experience, such as being born in the same year or having served in the military, is interviewed. This type of poll is often used to study the attitudes and behaviors of a particular group of people.

What is a case study poll?

  1. A poll in which a single case is studied in depth.

  2. A poll in which every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

  3. A poll in which only certain members of the population are selected.

  4. A poll in which the sample is selected from a group of clusters.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A case study poll is a type of poll in which a single case, such as a particular individual or group, is studied in depth. This type of poll is often used to gain a deeper understanding of a particular phenomenon.

What is a comparative poll?

  1. A poll in which two or more cases are compared.

  2. A poll in which every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

  3. A poll in which only certain members of the population are selected.

  4. A poll in which the sample is selected from a group of clusters.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A comparative poll is a type of poll in which two or more cases, such as different countries or regions, are compared. This type of poll is often used to identify similarities and differences between different cases.

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