Eigenpoll

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An Eigenpoll is a type of statistical survey which gathers knowledge from the community. It differs from opinion polls by finding the best solution, rather than finding the most popular opinion.

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[edit] History of Eigenpolls

Knud Haugaard Sørensen is attributed to the eigenpoll.

[edit] Methodology

The idea behind the eigenpoll is to let voters compare and rank options. If the option is not present, respondents may add their own. Through a series of selections, a score and rank is computed. These results are continually updated as the polling progresses.

[edit] Potential for inaccuracy

[edit] Response bias

The results may be affected by response bias, where the answers given may not truly reflect the opinion or beliefs of respondents.

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