Which of the Following Best Represents the Objective of the Moderator

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best represents the objective of the moderator in conducting a focus group?

A) Staying very focused on the subject at hand.
B) Allowing for a free-flow of ideas that are unrestricted and therefore more conducive to creativity.
C) Striking a balance between stimulating,natural discussions while ensuring the group does not wander too far from the topic.
D) To conduct as many persons through the group as possible during the time allowed;this enables the results to be more representative.
E) The moderator must be completely unfamiliar with the purpose of the research.