If a questionnaire has a question: 'Don't you think the government should increase spending on education and health?' This is an example of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If a questionnaire has a question: 'Don't you think the government should increase spending on education and health?' This is an example of:
A. Open-ended question
B. Leading question
C. Filter question
D. Double-barreled question
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
It asks about two issues (education and health) simultaneously, and also has a leading tone, but primarily double-barreled because it combines two spending areas.

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B. Births per 1,000 population
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Correct Answer: Option C


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