A. Satisfaction

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The Regional Plan Association asked residents of five metropolitan areas how satisfied they were with the quality of life in their communities. Their findings in percentages:

     Residents were also asked if they would stay in the area, if they were not sure whether they would stay or move or if they would move if possible:

     Also, the residents of these areas were asked what they most liked or disliked about their communities. They were given a list that included taxes, crime, schools, job opportunities, affordable housing, clean air and water, public transportation, race relations.
     Devise and conduct a poll of your own in your community and compare the findings with those shown here.

B. Questions

     You are to interview one of the following for a profile. Devise open-ended and closed-ended questions for your subject.

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