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james9437

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A fixed-alternative question is better than an open-ended question because it reduces the possibility of respondents giving socially-desirable answers.
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Statistics can be used to prove that a research hypothesis is true.
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

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A fixed-alternative question may tempt respondents to check an answer that is more prestigious or socially acceptable than the true answer.

Answer to Question 2

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Statistics cannot prove a hypothesis is true. Because our results are based on statistics, there is always the possibility that our conclusion is wrong.



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