That arises from inaccurate sampling frame, data clarification or verification methods, reporting or coding of data, and/or specifications. It may also arise from poorly designed survey questionnaires, improper sample allocation and selection procedures, and/or errors in estimation methodology.
riff (rÉªf) n. 1. an ostinato melodic phrase accompanying a soloist in jazz or rock music. 2. any variation or improvisation, as on an idea. v.i. 3. to perform a riff. [1930â35; perhaps alter. of refrain 2] riff Past participle: riffed Gerund: riffing
The term kicker is a newspaper term with a dual personality that is used to refer to two different page layout elementsâsome say intentionally, and some say erroneously. Kicker as Overline. Often seen in newsletters and magazines, the kicker in page layout is most often recognized as being a short phrase found above the headline. 1  It is usually only a word or two in length, maybe slightly longer.