A city government is considering raising the local income tax to pay for improvements to government facilities. A private citizen opposes the plan and stands on a busy street to survey residents with the question, "Do you agree that wasteful spending is a serious problem in our local government?” The results of the survey will most likely suffer from which type of bias?
Answer
A
This is question wording bias because the question leads those surveyed toward a desired response.
B
This is undercoverage bias because many in the population will not have the opportunity to register an opinion.
C
This is voluntary response bias because those with a passionate opinion may choose to participate.
D
This is nonresponse bias because many who are asked the question may choose not to respond.