If you are conducting a survey to determine the public
opinion on whether hockey is too dangerous, which of the
following samples would be the least biased and most
useful?
a. fans at a football game
b. fans at a hockey game
c. group of local sportscasters
d. group of shoppers at a shopping mall
3 answers
In order to obtain the least biased and most useful sample for determining public opinion on whether hockey is too dangerous, option c. a group of local sportscasters, would be the best choice. This group is likely to have a good understanding of the sport and its potential risks, and their professional background suggests they may have knowledge and insight that can contribute to a well-informed opinion. The other options (a. fans at a football game, b. fans at a hockey game, and d. group of shoppers at a shopping mall) may have biased opinions due to their personal interests, limited knowledge, or lack of expertise in the subject matter.
is C biased?
Apologies for any confusion. You are correct that option c. a group of local sportscasters could potentially introduce bias into the survey. Sportscasters may have personal opinions or biases towards hockey due to their involvement and coverage of the sport. While they may have knowledge and insights, their opinions may not necessarily represent the broader public opinion. Therefore, option c may not be the best choice for obtaining an unbiased sample.
In that case, the most appropriate choice would be option d. a group of shoppers at a shopping mall. This sample would likely include individuals with a variety of backgrounds, interests, and perspectives, making it more representative of the general public. Additionally, shoppers are unlikely to have a specific bias towards or against hockey, allowing for a more balanced and diverse range of opinions on the topic of hockey's potential danger.
In that case, the most appropriate choice would be option d. a group of shoppers at a shopping mall. This sample would likely include individuals with a variety of backgrounds, interests, and perspectives, making it more representative of the general public. Additionally, shoppers are unlikely to have a specific bias towards or against hockey, allowing for a more balanced and diverse range of opinions on the topic of hockey's potential danger.