Identify and explain the three main reasons listed by Krueger and Casey (2009) on when researchers should avoid using focus groups in their projects.

What will be an ideal response?


Emotionally charged issues, sensitive information, confidentiality, consensus.

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A research hypothesis

A) is a tentative statement. B) must include at least three variables. C) is used only at the experimental level. D) cannot be directly tested.

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Which of the following best describes concerns about concentrated media ownership?

A. Concentration could lead to a decline in the democratic debate. B. Media owners might steer the national agenda. C. Cable news viewers will be lost to newspapers owned by the parent company. D. Concentration could lead to a decline in the democratic debate, and media owners might steer the national agenda.  E. All of these are correct.

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Distinguish among the three basic types of power that many governments have.

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What is the role of a Foreign Service Officer?

a. It is a volunteer in the Peace Corps. b. It is a diplomat employed by the U.S. Department of State. c. It is a diplomat employed by the United Nations. d. It is a service officer in the U.S. military.

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