Question

question 10 of 10
which two of the following are characteristics of surveys?

a. statistical analysis is applied to the results of the study.

b. the study involves one or more treatment groups and a control group.

c. data are gathered during the course of the study.

d. the study compares two or more treatments.

Explanation:

• Option A: Surveys collect quantitative data that is typically analyzed with statistical methods to draw conclusions, so this is a characteristic.
• Option B: Treatment and control groups are features of experimental studies, not surveys.
• Option C: Surveys actively collect primary data directly from respondents during the study period, so this is a characteristic.
• Option D: Comparing treatments is the focus of experimental research, not standard surveys.

Answer:

A. Statistical analysis is applied to the results of the study.
C. Data are gathered during the course of the study.