Introductory Sociology CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the purpose of a survey?

To introduce a new idea

To encourage something

To measure attitudes or behaviors

A and D are incorrect because the purpose of a survey is not to introduce new ideas or simply find out how people think. Surveys are conducted to gather information about attitudes or behaviors that can be used for research or business purposes. B is incorrect because while surveys can be used as a tool to encourage certain behaviors or actions, this is not their primary purpose.

To find out how people think

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