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What is the goal when choosing a probability sample design?
What is the goal when choosing a probability sample design?
- To minimize sampling error for important survey variables (correct)
- To minimize the reliability of estimates
- To maximize sampling error for important survey variables
- To maximize the time and cost of conducting the survey
Which of the following best describes probability sampling?
Which of the following best describes probability sampling?
- The selection of a sample from a population based on predetermined criteria
- The selection of a sample from a population based on randomization (correct)
- The selection of a sample from a population based on convenience
- The selection of a sample from a population based on personal judgment
What are some operational constraints that can impact the choice of a probability sample design?
What are some operational constraints that can impact the choice of a probability sample design?
- The complexity of the sampling method
- The sampling error of the estimates
- The availability of resources
- Characteristics of the survey population (correct)
What is one advantage of probability sampling over non-probability sampling?
What is one advantage of probability sampling over non-probability sampling?
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Why is probability sampling more complex and time-consuming than non-probability sampling?
Why is probability sampling more complex and time-consuming than non-probability sampling?
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What is probability sampling?
What is probability sampling?
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What is another term for probability sampling?
What is another term for probability sampling?
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How is simple random sampling conducted?
How is simple random sampling conducted?
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What is the most common way to select a random sample?
What is the most common way to select a random sample?
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What is the key requirement for a sampling method to be considered random?
What is the key requirement for a sampling method to be considered random?
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