survey error

the degree to which the results of a survey are inaccurate, due to such factors as sampling bias, content or measurement flaws, or the response biases of participants. See measurement error; sampling error.

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October 18th 2024

subject of consciousness

1. the observing ego, or “I.” See also nominative self; self as observer.

2. the subject matter, or contents, of conscious experience. Compare object of consciousness.