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What is a population in research?

A specific group from which data is collected

The entire group that conclusions are drawn about (correct)

A small, accessible, and cooperative group

A group containing elements of anything to study

When is it necessary to use a sample in research?

When the population is small and cooperative

When the population is accessible and straightforward to collect data from

When the population consists of various elements

When the population is large, geographically dispersed, or difficult to contact (correct)

What does a sample represent in research?

A group containing elements of anything to study

A small, accessible, and cooperative group

The entire group that conclusions are drawn about

A specific group that data is collected from (correct)

Why is it necessary to use statistical analysis with sample data?

To make estimates or test hypotheses about population data Signup and view all the answers

When is it straightforward to collect data from a whole population?

When it is small, accessible, and cooperative Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining characteristic of probability sampling?

Every member of the population has a chance of being selected Signup and view all the answers

Which sampling technique ensures that every member of the population has an equal chance of being chosen?

Simple random sample Signup and view all the answers

In systematic sampling, how are the members selected?

At regular intervals from a randomly selected starting point Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of probability sampling techniques?

To produce results representative of the whole population Signup and view all the answers

Why is a simple random sample considered a valid probability sampling technique?

It gives every member of the population an equal chance of selection Signup and view all the answers