Questionnaires
Quantitative research method using written questions (structured and standardised) given to respondents in postal, online, or face-to-face formats to collect numerical data on attitudes, experiences, or behaviours.
Real World
The ONS (Office for National Statistics) uses large-scale online questionnaires for the annual Crime Survey for England and Wales, collecting hundreds of thousands of responses to track victimisation trends nationally.
Exam Focus
Distinguish between types of questionnaire (postal, online, face-to-face) — each has distinct strengths and weaknesses examiners expect you to specify.
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