poll

A poll is a survey that collects opinions or choices from a specific group of people to understand their views on a particular issue, candidate, or topic. It involves asking questions in a structured way, allowing analysts to gauge public sentiment or preferences. Polls are used by organizations, politicians, and researchers to make informed decisions, track trends, or predict outcomes. They rely on sampling a representative subset of the population to draw conclusions about the larger group, and their accuracy depends on question wording, sample size, and how well the sample reflects the broader population.