Michael P. Coughlan|Patricia Cronin|Frances Ryan
Survey research: Process and limitations
Trinity College Dublin|Trinity College Dublin|Trinity College Dublin
background survey research nonexperimental research approach used gather information incidence distribution relationships exist variables predetermined population uses include gathering data related attitudes behaviours incidence events modern researchers sample surveys cost effective easier undertake population surveys gathering information however increases risk representation measurement errors contents number different forms survey research however share common steps common limitations article discusses steps view highlighting common difficulties conclusions modern era pressures time cost led population census generally replaced sample surveys newer survey methods data collection may also help reducing cost still limitations researchers need aware potential errors occur surveys order reduce risk areas control