In which type of research is a representative sample of people asked to answer questions about their behaviors or opinions?

Answer 1

Typically it is a form of experimental research. Frequently used in most of the areas of psychology or research psychology. It is a research method in which people are asked to answer a series of questions. It is the most widely used research method among sociologists. It is a type of quantitative research. ... The Gallup Poll and Harris Poll use representative samples in their surveys. ... These sometimes fail to uncover underlying attitudes and opinions. Polling is very aggressive now that a Presidential election is less than 2 months away. Quinipaic University in CT is very respected for their polling and statistical analysis of people attitudes of why they choose a President/