10.5 Exercises

Selected answers are available in Sect. D.10.

Exercise 10.1 What is the problem with this survey question:

What is your age? (Select one option)

  • Under 18
  • Over 18

Exercise 10.2 Which of these survey questions is better, and why?

  1. Should concerned dog owners vaccinate their pets?
  2. Should dogs be required to be vaccinated or not?

Exercise 10.3 Before the 2019 State of the Union address, American president Donald Trump sent out an online survey to gather information. Some of the questions are given below. Critique these questions:

  1. Do you agree that President Trump is taking our country in the RIGHT DIRECTION?

    • Yes
    • No
    • No Opinion
    • Other, please specify:
  2. Do you agree with President Trump’s unwavering commitment to, and respect for, our incredible veterans and TROOPS?

    • Yes
    • No
    • No Opinion
    • Other, please specify:
  3. Are you satisfied with President Trump’s efforts to revitalize American manufacturing?

    • Yes
    • No
    • No Opinion
    • Other, please specify: