A survey is reliable if
A) it enables researchers to formulate theories, make claims and generalise findings from a sample to a larger population.
B) it consistently gives the same result when the survey is repeated under the same conditions over different periods.
C) it relies on a number of questions to assess an attitude, an issue or a problem.
D) it yields varying results when repeated under the same conditions over different periods.

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A reliable survey should consistently give the same result when repeated under the same conditions over different periods. This ensures that the survey results are consistent and can be trusted to represent the attitudes, behaviors, or opinions of the population being surveyed. Options A, C, and D are not correct because they refer to other aspects of survey validity and reliability, such as generalizability, construct validity, and stability over time.

A Survey Is Reliable If