Pitfalls in measuring corruption with citizen surveys

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Citizens’ survey responses can be unreliable and influenced by perceived expectations. Researchers must understand this behaviour, clearly set the context, and define key terms to improve corruption measurement.

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U4 Anti-Corruption Resource Centre

Feb 2002 - Dec 2026

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Pitfalls in measuring corruption with citizen surveys

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