Which of the following is not recommended for prompting returns of mailed questionnaires?
A) Include a cover letter explaining the purpose of the study
B) Ask questions the respondent will view as being significant.
C) Select respondents who are not personally involved in the matter being surveyed.
D) Request the questionnaire be returned by a particular date.

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Selecting respondents who are not personally involved may result in lower response rates as they may not feel inclined to participate if the matter does not affect them directly. It is better to select a sample of respondents who are knowledgeable about the subject matter being surveyed. A, B, and D are all recommended for prompting returns of mailed questionnaires.

Which of the Following Is Not Recommended for Prompting Returns