Flash Eurobarometer 98/C (Euro Introduction Attitudes, Step 9 - Euro Members)

Attitudes towards the Euro and knowledge of its introduction. Topics: Self-assessment on state of knowledge on the Euro; knowledge of the introduction date and duration of the transitional phase in which the old currency can still be used; information source behind Euro questions; practicality of dual pricing products; memorisation of certain prices in Euros; knowledge test on the validity of Euro notes and coins as well as of the obligation to accept change in Euros; knowledge test on the EU-wide validity of all Euro coins and fear of abuse and problems in the course of the introduction of the Euro; 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, reduction of the developmental differences between countries in the Euro zone, creation of job vacancies, facilitated purchasing in other countries with the Euro currency, elimination of exchange fees, simplified travelling within the European Union, price stability, personal advantages; concern about the value of the Euro compared to the dollar; personal and professional experience with the Euro; knowledge of the exchange rate of the Euro into national currency; expected changes of one’s personal identity as a European due to the introduction of the Euro. Demography: Sex; age; age when finished full time education; professional position; party preference; region; degree of urbanisation.