College Composition / Unit 21 CMP 0514 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Surveys and Interviews
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The idea
A survey asks many people the same questions so their answers can be tabulated; an interview gathers in-depth information from one knowledgeable person.
In practice
Surveys suit questions about groups, such as student eating habits; interviews with experts or people with direct experience add authority.
Where people slip
Prepare interview questions in advance and record the date, since you will need it for documentation.
Your place on the trail
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