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A group interested in the result of an upcoming gubernatorial election is conducting a poll to find the likely result. They randomly select citizens over the age of 18 to poll. Each participant is asked two multiple-choice questions: which candidate they prefer and which attribute of the candidate or their platform compelled their choice. What is the flaw in this poll?
  1. Not assessing voter status
  2. There is no flaw.
  3. Using multiple-choice questions
  4. Using a random sample
Explanation
Answer: A - When polling on upcoming elections, it is important to use participants who are likely to vote. By confining the random selection to registered voters or making the first question about likelihood to vote, the poll's results are more likely to accurately predict the eventual outcome of the election.
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