An interview based on questions the interviewer has prepared in advance is most accurately referred to as a(n):
A) nonstandardized interview.
B) semi-structured interview.
C) unstructured interview.
D) structured interview.

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A structured interview is one in which the interviewer asks a standardized set of questions. This allows for consistency in data collection and comparison of responses from different individuals. A nonstandardized interview has no predetermined questions, while a semi-structured interview includes some predetermined questions but also allows for follow-up and probing questions based on the interviewee's responses. An unstructured interview has no predetermined questions and is more of an open conversation.

An Interview Based on Questions the Interviewer Has Prepared in Advance