Homonym: polls (Voting)
Polls are surveys conducted to gather opinions or preferences from a group of people. They are often used in politics, marketing, and social research to understand public sentiment on various issues. Polls can be conducted through phone interviews, online questionnaires, or in-person surveys, and the results are typically reported as percentages.
The data collected from polls can help organizations, such as political parties or businesses, make informed decisions. For example, during an election, polls can indicate which candidate is leading in popularity, while companies may use polls to gauge customer satisfaction or interest in a new product.