[pasc1878]

It is a standard marketing research tool and has been for many years

I've been paid for a questionnaire on a new beer over 40 years ago and another more general one.

[mattkrause]

For small amounts, the "lore" is that people response especially well to food. That is, more people will fill out a survey for a Snicker's Bar than if offered the equivalent amount of cash (e.g., $2).

[Something1234]

Yeah cause I normally won't buy a Snickers it's not a normal thought except when it's in front of my face. I assume that's the case for most everybody.

[spoonjim]

Food is the universal primal urge.