Question

determine whether the given source has the potential to create a bias in a statistical study. the american automobile association (aaa) is a not - for - profit federation of motor clubs that provides automotive and travel services. aaa conducts a survey of its members about their use of public transportation versus private automobiles. choose the correct answer below. a. there does appear to be a potential to create a bias. there is an incentive to produce results that are in line with preferring private automobiles. b. there does not appear to be a potential to create a bias. the organization is reputable and has many professional and credible members. c. there does not appear to be a potential to create a bias. the organization would not gain from putting spin on the results. d. there does appear to be a potential to create a bias. there is an incentive to make the results statistically insignificant.

Explanation:

AAA is a motor - club related organization. Its members are likely to be more inclined towards private automobiles. There is an incentive for results to favor private automobiles, which can create bias.

Answer:

A. There does appear to be a potential to create a bias. There is an incentive to produce results that are in line with preferring private automobiles.