Which of the following is one way in which researchers with a pre-existing bias may deliberately influence the outcome of surveys?
A) Through making the survey too long
B) Typos and errors in the survey
C) Through wording effects
D) The format and layout of the survey

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Researchers with a pre-existing bias may deliberately influence the outcome of surveys through wording effects. This means that they may use language that is intentionally designed to lead respondents to a particular conclusion or response. This can skew the results of the survey and lead to inaccurate findings.

Which of the Following Is One Way in Which Researchers