Which of the following best describes an open-ended question in a questionnaire?
A“Do you think pollution affects health?” (Yes/No)
B“Circle the correct year of independence: a) 1945 b) 1946 c) 1947 d) 1948”
C“List any three reasons why students drop out of school.”
D“Is your school equipped with smart classrooms? Yes/No”
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Correct answer: (C) “List any three reasons why students drop out of school.”
Explanation
An open-ended question lets respondents answer freely in their own words, such as listing reasons. Yes/No and multiple-choice items are closed-ended questions.