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What sampling method involves selecting entire clusters or naturally occurring groups from the population?
What sampling method involves selecting entire clusters or naturally occurring groups from the population?
In which type of sampling does the researcher select individuals who fit the sample criterion and then ask them to locate additional individuals?
In which type of sampling does the researcher select individuals who fit the sample criterion and then ask them to locate additional individuals?
When conducting a study comparing freshman to seniors on psychology comprehension, which type of sampling would be most appropriate?
When conducting a study comparing freshman to seniors on psychology comprehension, which type of sampling would be most appropriate?
Which sampling method involves selecting participants based on quotas that need to be filled regardless of how they are chosen?
Which sampling method involves selecting participants based on quotas that need to be filled regardless of how they are chosen?
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What is another term for convenience sampling?
What is another term for convenience sampling?
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Which type of sampling is commonly used and involves using groups that are readily available?
Which type of sampling is commonly used and involves using groups that are readily available?
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If a study requires surveying everyone in a specific zip code, which type of sampling is suitable?
If a study requires surveying everyone in a specific zip code, which type of sampling is suitable?
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When a researcher selects respondents just to fill specific quotas, without concern for randomness, what type of sampling is being used?
When a researcher selects respondents just to fill specific quotas, without concern for randomness, what type of sampling is being used?
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A study wants to examine individuals who share similar characteristics as a starting point and expand the sample from there. Which sampling technique should be used?
A study wants to examine individuals who share similar characteristics as a starting point and expand the sample from there. Which sampling technique should be used?
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If a study aims to select participants based on their relevance to the research topic, what type of sampling method is appropriate?
If a study aims to select participants based on their relevance to the research topic, what type of sampling method is appropriate?
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