What is meant by self-selection bias in survey research?

a. This bias occurs when individuals choose to participate in a survey based on some criteria that is related to the research topic.
b. This bias occurs when individuals choose to participate in a survey based on some criteria that is not related to the research topic.
c. This bias occurs when individuals choose to participate in a survey in the hopes of changing public opinion.
d. This bias occurs when individuals choose to participate in a survey in the hopes of changing the hypothesis of the study.


Answer: a. This bias occurs when individuals choose to participate in a survey based on some criteria that is related to the research topic.

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