Uncertainty
The limits around what a poll can tell us. It includes sampling variation and may also include uncertainty caused by coverage, response patterns, weighting choices, question design, and timing.
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This guide is educational, not a substitute for a poll’s full methodology statement. Terms should be interpreted within the design and limitations of the specific research.