Expression of IdeasVery hardQualifying a poll result
Expression of Ideas practice question
While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
- A 2024 poll found that 68 percent of respondents supported a new bypass for the town.
- The poll surveyed 150 people.
- It was conducted online.
- Respondents chose for themselves whether to take part.
The student wants to report the poll's result while noting why it may not represent the town.
Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
- A. Although 68 percent of respondents to a 2024 poll supported the bypass, the poll's small, self-selected online sample means it may not reflect the town as a whole.Correct
- B. A 2024 poll found that 68 percent of the town supports the bypass.
- C. The poll surveyed 150 people online.
- D. Most residents support the bypass.
Answer: A. Although 68 percent of respondents to a 2024 poll supported the bypass, the poll's small, self-selected online sample means it may not reflect the town as a whole.
The result and the reasons for caution.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. A 2024 poll found that 68 percent of the town supports the bypass.
- Presents respondents as the whole town.
- C. The poll surveyed 150 people online.
- The method without the result or the caveat's point.
- D. Most residents support the bypass.
- Overstates the result.
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