Least Expensive Data Collection Method
Which method of data collection is the least expensive and is the only method to reach remote areas?
- Personal interview
- Telephone interview
- Mailing questionnaire — Correct Answer
- Census method
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Mailing Questionnaire is the least expensive method and the only method that can reach people in remote areas.
Advantages of Mailing Questionnaire:
- Least expensive of all methods.
- Only method to reach remote areas where personal/telephone contact is difficult.
- No influence on respondents by interviewer.
- Maintains anonymity of respondents — best for sensitive questions.
- Respondents can take sufficient time to give thoughtful answers.
Disadvantages:
- Cannot be used by illiterates.
- Long response time.
- Does not allow clarification of ambiguous questions.
- Low response rates — questionnaire may not be returned.
📚 About this Topic — CH-2: Collection of Data
This multiple choice question is from CH-2: Collection of Data, NCERT Books, Statistics for Economics. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-2: Collection of Data to strengthen your preparation.
