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What is the 'gold standard' for sampling in quantitative research?
What is the 'gold standard' for sampling in quantitative research?
- Probability Sampling (correct)
- Non-probability Sampling
- Stratified Sampling
- Simple Random Sampling
In which sampling method are participants chosen without any prejudice or preconceived criterion?
In which sampling method are participants chosen without any prejudice or preconceived criterion?
- Simple Random Sampling (correct)
- Snowball Sampling
- Systematic Sampling
- Stratified Sampling
What is the purpose of using Stratified Sampling in research?
What is the purpose of using Stratified Sampling in research?
- To divide the population into groups based on variables of interest (correct)
- To exclude certain groups from the sample
- To ensure every individual has an equal chance of being selected
- To include participants who are easy to reach
Which sampling method involves selecting a proportionate number of participants from each group?
Which sampling method involves selecting a proportionate number of participants from each group?
What is the main characteristic of Simple Random Sampling?
What is the main characteristic of Simple Random Sampling?
Which sampling method is more likely to lead to bias in quantitative research?
Which sampling method is more likely to lead to bias in quantitative research?
What does the term 'sampling bias' refer to?
What does the term 'sampling bias' refer to?
Why is it important to minimize sampling bias in research studies?
Why is it important to minimize sampling bias in research studies?
What determines the minimum sample size needed for a research study?
What determines the minimum sample size needed for a research study?
Why might a large sample size be beneficial for a research study?
Why might a large sample size be beneficial for a research study?
Which factor influences the choice of a sampling method for a research study?
Which factor influences the choice of a sampling method for a research study?
What can happen if a research study suffers from sampling bias?
What can happen if a research study suffers from sampling bias?
What is a characteristic of non-probability sampling?
What is a characteristic of non-probability sampling?
In which type of sampling are participants selected based on convenience or availability?
In which type of sampling are participants selected based on convenience or availability?
What is an example of purposive sampling?
What is an example of purposive sampling?
Which type of sampling involves selecting experts in a particular field?
Which type of sampling involves selecting experts in a particular field?
What is a limitation of non-probability sampling?
What is a limitation of non-probability sampling?
In non-probability sampling, what does the probability of selection typically lack?
In non-probability sampling, what does the probability of selection typically lack?
