Which of the following has typically been shown to produce the highest response rates in mail surveys as an incentive for participation in the study?
A) an enclosed ball-point pen
B) a monetary incentive
C) an appeal for help
D) a list of other potential respondents

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Research has consistently shown that monetary incentives have the highest response rates in mail surveys. Enclosing a ball-point pen or providing a list of other potential respondents may not be as effective in increasing response rates. An appeal for help may have some impact, but it is not as reliable as a monetary incentive.

Which of the Following Has Typically Been Shown to Produce