The text advises that it is not possible for a motorcycle to collide with a building. Explain why not, and expound on how these kinds of mistakes in writing make you look unprofessional.

The _____________ is a specific instance of a generalization or assertion

a. figurative comparison b. example c. statistic d. definition

Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. Public opinion surveys are timeless and their value resides in capturing a sample of true views. 2. Pollsters are fair, well trained, and conscientious and would not manipulate data to direct public opinion. 3. Lay testimony is best reserved for formal settings requiring experts that possess specialized knowledge. 4. Politicians who completely change their position on an issue do so because of political motivations not because of thoughtful consideration of an opposing point of view. 5. Sample selection is an arbitrary act based on randomly surveying members of the population.