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Published in final edited form as: J Particip Res Methods. 2022 Oct 24;3(3-themed Spec Iss):10.35844/001c.38475. doi: 10.35844/001c.38475

Table 5.

Phase 2 Citizen Science Knowledge Survey

# Questions (Correct Response) Correct
1 Health is merely the absence of disease. (F) 58%
2 “Citizen science” is “scientific work undertaken by members of the general public under the direction of professional scientists. (T) 65%
3 Research is a way to make new observations, test new ideas and/or develop new tools. (T) 85%
4 Overflowing garbage cans are an ideal breeding ground for bacteria, insects, rats, and mice which cause illnesses. (T) 85%
5 Recycling is costly and has little value in disadvantaged neighborhoods. (F) 69%
6 It is easier to breath on sunny, high-temperature days when pollution from ozone is at its highest. (F) 81%
7 Trees, plants, and flowers help to remove pollutants from the air. (T) 69%
8 Unpaved grassy areas are at highest risk of erosion and flooding. (F) 23%
9 Improving the quality and safety of housing and outdoor areas in disadvantaged areas will do little to help residents take greater pride in their neighborhood and improve health. (F) 23%
10 City noise has been linked to impaired sleep and greater stress. (T) 65%

Response choices – true (T), false (F), I don’t know