Instructions for Respondents:
Dear Participant,
Thank you for taking the time to participate in this important survey regarding betel nut chewing among students at the University of Goroka in the Eastern Highlands Province. Your responses will contribute to a better understanding of this practice and its implications for health and the community.
Please follow these instructions carefully while filling out the questionnaire:
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Read All Questions Carefully: Take the time to read each question and any accompanying options thoroughly before responding.
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Answer Honestly: Your responses are confidential and will be used for research purposes only. Please answer all questions honestly based on your own experiences and knowledge.
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Selection of Options:
- For multiple-choice questions, please circle or mark the option that best represents your answer.
- If a question provides a scale (e.g., from 1 to 5), please indicate your response by circling or marking the appropriate number.
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Open-Ended Questions: If there are any open-ended questions, please provide as much detail as you feel comfortable sharing. Your insights are valuable to this research.
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Check Your Responses: Before submitting the questionnaire, take a moment to review your answers to ensure they are complete and accurate.
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Confidentiality: All responses will remain confidential, and your identity will not be linked to your answers. Participating in this study is entirely voluntary, and you can choose to withdraw at any time without any consequences.
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Return Instructions: Once you have completed the questionnaire, please return it to the designated collection point or hand it back to the researcher.
Thank you once again for your participation. Your input is greatly appreciated!
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Position/Title]
[University of Goroka]