Describe three scientific methods commonly used by public opinion researchers to contact survey respondents. Compare the strengths and weaknesses of each

Question

What will be an ideal response?

Answer 1

Answer: An ideal response will:
1. List three methods to contact survey respondents: telephone polls, in-person interviews, and Internet polls.
2. Compare their strengths and weaknesses, discussing time commitment, financial costs, accuracy, and limited respondents, among other relevant features.
3. Note that some Internet polls are not scientific, but that reputable polling firms have developed scientific methods for conducting Internet surveys.