Pre‑testing of a questionnaire means: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Pre‑testing of a questionnaire means:
A. Trying out the draft questionnaire on a small group to detect flaws
B. Printing the questionnaire
C. Designing the questionnaire
D. Administering the final questionnaire to the sample
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Pre‑testing (pilot study) helps identify ambiguous or difficult questions before the main survey.

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The Paasche quantity index formula is:
A. Σp₁q₁ / Σp₁q₀ × 100
B. Σp₀q₁ / Σp₁q₁ × 100
C. Σp₀q₁ / Σp₀q₀ × 100
D. Σp₁q₁ / Σp₀q₁ × 100

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Paasche quantity index uses current period prices as weights.

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The weighted harmonic mean of values 2 and 3 with weights 3 and 2 respectively is:
A. 2.5
B. 2.4
C. 2.8
D. 2.31

Correct Answer: Option D


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For a set of values, the sum of squared deviations is minimum when taken from:
A. Median
B. Geometric mean
C. Arithmetic mean
D. Mode

Correct Answer: Option C


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The arithmetic mean minimizes the sum of squared deviations.

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