Flash Eurobarometer 82/E (Euro Introduction Attitudes, Step 6 - Euro Members)

Attitude towards the Euro and knowledge on its introduction. Topics: Self-assessment on state of knowledge on the Euro; knowledge test on the exact date of introduction of the Euro in one’s own country as well as on the duration of the transitional phase in which the old currency can still be used; perception of the dual pricing of products; expected improvement of memorisation if Euro prices would be shown in a highlighted way, fear of abuse in the course of the introduction of the Euro (scale); test on state of knowledge on the EU-wide validity of all Euro notes and coins as well the readily existent establishment of an exchange rate in one’s own country; assessment of select consequences of the introduction of the Euro: Price comparison, equal meaning of the Euro with the dollar as an international currency, economic growth, gap between rich and poor, employment vacancies, purchases in other countries with Euro currency, exchange charges, travelling within the EU, price stability, personal advantages, control of national government over the economic policy, national identity; concern about the value of the Euro compared to the dollar; one’s personal and professional experience with the Euro; knowledge of the exchange rate of Euro and national currency. Demography: Sex; age; age when finished full time education; professional position; party preference; region; size of locality.