TABLE A.3 LEADING, LOADED, AND NEUTRAL QUESTIONS
Question Behavior | Definition | Example |
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Leading | Questions that subtly direct interviewees to the correct or desired answer | “Do you take home office supplies like most employees?” |
Loaded | Extremely leading questions that almost dictate the correct answer; to be avoided in most cases | “When was the last time you took home supplies from the office?” |
Neutral | Questions that allow respondents to choose their answers without pressure from the interviewer’s wording | “Do you think the office should provide you with supplies to work at home?” |