Which one of the following survey questions is properly phrased?
A)“Aside from work you do at home or at a job,do you do anything to stay physically fit?”
B)“Do you agree with the Canadian Medical Association that smoking is bad for your health?”
C)“Have you ever had angina or cardiac fibrillation?”
D)“Do you jog and do sit-ups every day?”
E)“How many times a month do you engage in vigorous physical exercise for a period of at least 20 minutes?”

Question

Which one of the following survey questions is properly phrased?
A)&ldquo;Aside from work you do at home or at a job,do you do anything to stay physically fit?&rdquo;
B)&ldquo;Do you agree with the Canadian Medical Association that smoking is bad for your health?&rdquo;
C)&ldquo;Have you ever had angina or cardiac fibrillation?&rdquo;
D)&ldquo;Do you jog and do sit-ups every day?&rdquo;
E)&ldquo;How many times a month do you engage in vigorous physical exercise for a period of at least 20 minutes?&rdquo;

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This question is specific, measurable, and properly phrased. It asks for a frequency of engaging in a specific type of physical exercise for a minimum duration of 20 minutes, which can be objectively quantified. The other options are either too broad, leading or potentially offensive, or lacking specificity.

Which One of the Following Survey Questions Is Properly Phrased