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Bsbwor501 Final Exam
Chapter #5

Section 1
Explain the meaning of the following terms:
1. Personality-Normal patterns of behavior exhibited by an individual; the attributes, traits, and mannerisms that distinguish one individual from another.
2. Attitude-An individual’s overall evaluation of something.
3. Awareness-insight into, or understanding of facts about, some object or phenomenon.
4. Intensions-Anticipated or planned future behavior.
5. Motive-A need, want, drive, wish, desire, impulse, or any inner state that energizes, activates, or moves and that directs behavior toward goals.
6. Communication Collection-
7. Observation Collection

Section #2
Answer the following questions:
1. List the seven kinds of primary data about individuals that
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Fixed alternative question (closed ended)
2. Open ended questions
3. Personal Interview
4. Mall intercept
5. Telephone interview
6. Mail questionnaire
7. Internet based questionnaire

Section #2
Answer the following questions:
1. Explain the concept of structure as it relates to questionnaires.
The degree of structure in a questionnaire is the degree of standardization imposed on it. In a highly structure questionnaire to be asked and the reponses permitted by the subjects are completely predetermined . in a questionnaire with less structure , the response categories are not provided ; sometimes even the questions can vary.
2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a highly structured questionnaire?

3. What are the four main methods of collecting data using a questionnaire?

4. Use exhibit 6.5 to help you create a chart to show the main advantages and disadvantages of each of the four methods.
(1) Personal Interviews
Advantage: Ability to secure correct respondent Response rate Ability to probe for detailed answers Ability to handle complex information Ability to clarify questions Amount of information

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