Respondents are individuals who participate in a survey or study by answering questions and providing information. They are the people from whom data is collected and analyzed.
Related terms
Participants: Similar to respondents, participants refers to individuals who take part in a research study, experiment, or any other form of data collection.
Random Sample: A random sample is a subset of individuals selected from a larger population where each member has an equal chance of being chosen. It helps ensure that respondents represent the larger group accurately.
Informed Consent: Informed consent refers to obtaining voluntary agreement from respondents before they participate in research or surveys after being informed about its purpose, procedures, risks, benefits, etc.