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. Schedule through enumerator

B. Telephone interview

C. Mailed questionnaire

D. Direct personal interview

Answer: Option C

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

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