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What is a population in research?
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 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?
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?
Why is it necessary to use statistical analysis with sample data?
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When is it straightforward to collect data from a whole population?
When is it straightforward to collect data from a whole population?
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What is the defining characteristic of probability sampling?
What is the defining characteristic of probability sampling?
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Which sampling technique ensures that every member of the population has an equal chance of being chosen?
Which sampling technique ensures that every member of the population has an equal chance of being chosen?
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In systematic sampling, how are the members selected?
In systematic sampling, how are the members selected?
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What is the primary aim of probability sampling techniques?
What is the primary aim of probability sampling techniques?
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Why is a simple random sample considered a valid probability sampling technique?
Why is a simple random sample considered a valid probability sampling technique?
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