Which data collection method has the lowest response rate generally? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which data collection method has the lowest response rate generally?

A. Direct personal interview

B. Mailed questionnaire

C. Telephone interview

D. Schedule through enumerator

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Mailed questionnaires suffer from high non-response as respondents often ignore or forget to return them.

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