A Gallup Poll is a method of collecting public opinion data through surveys conducted by the Gallup organization. The poll aims to measure and predict public sentiment on various political, social, and economic issues.
Related terms
Exit Polls: Surveys conducted outside polling stations to gather information about who voters chose in an election.
Sampling Bias: When a sample used for a poll or survey does not accurately represent the larger population it is meant to reflect.
Margin of Error: The potential amount of deviation from the poll's results due to random chance.