A survey is a research method used to collect data from a group of individuals in order to gather information and insights about their opinions, attitudes, behaviors, or characteristics. Surveys typically involve a set of questions that are administered to a sample of respondents, who provide their responses either through written forms, online platforms, telephone interviews, or face-to-face interviews. The collected data is then analyzed to draw conclusions and make informed decisions based on the survey results. Surveys are widely used in various fields such as market research, social sciences, psychology, and public opinion research.