Describe the types of bias that may be present

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In September 1998, USA Weekend magazine asked, Should humans be cloned? Readers were invited to register a Yes or No answer by calling one of two different 900 numbers. Based on 38,023 responses, the magazine reported that 9 out of 10 readers oppose cloning.

a) Explain why you think the conclusion is not justified. Describe the types of bias that may be present.

b) Reword the question in a way that you think might create a more positive response.

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