Sampling Methods in Research

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What sampling method involves writing the names of students on slips of paper and selecting them from a box?

  • Stratified random sampling
  • Convenience sampling
  • Cluster sampling
  • Simple random sampling (correct)

Which method involves generating random numbers from a table to select a sample?

  • Quota sampling
  • Convenience sampling
  • Using random numbers from a table (correct)
  • Cluster sampling

What is the purpose of stratified random sampling?

  • To divide the population into strata (correct)
  • To select elements using a random process
  • To select elements based on proximity
  • To select elements based on convenience

How is the stratified random sampling different from simple random sampling?

<p>Stratified sampling divides the population into groups (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method ensures that each group within a population is represented in the sample?

<p>Stratified random sampling (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the critical characteristic required for using stratified random sampling?

<p>Homogeneity of groups (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main misconception about sample size and population size?

<p>A larger population always requires a larger sample size. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main criteria to consider in determining sample size?

<p>Required level of precision and variability of the population (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it suggested to have a dialogue with experienced individuals when making sampling decisions?

<p>To cover all necessary issues and ensure a sensible proposal (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of adopting pre-packaged solutions without thought?

<p>Disaster (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the final decision on sample size be based on?

<p>Trade-offs among different elements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should you take comfort in knowing your solution may be less than perfect?

<p>Adopting pre-packaged solutions is worse (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of snowball sampling?

<p>It starts with a small number of units and expands through networking. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which sampling method relies more on networking?

<p>Snowball sampling (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key aspect of probability sampling?

<p>Selection occurs by a chance mechanism without favoritism (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of random sampling involves not replacing sampling units after each draw?

<p>Random sampling without replacement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What condition is essential for simple random sampling (SRS) to work effectively?

<p>Population homogeneity and known sample frame (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which sampling method involves starting with a small number of units and expanding through networking until the required sample size is reached?

<p>Snowball sampling (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of stratified random sampling?

<p>To divide the population into subgroups called strata (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In stratified random sampling, what does equal allocation refer to?

<p>All strata have approximately the same number of units selected (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the sampling interval in systematic random sampling?

<p>$k = N/n$ (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is stratified random sampling different from systematic random sampling?

<p>Stratified sampling divides the population into subgroups, while systematic sampling selects every kth unit (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key principle of systematic random sampling?

<p>Selecting a random starting point and choosing every kth member from it (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of errors are included in non-sampling error?

<p>Frame error, non-response error, specification error, processing error (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the sample size formula n = z² p *q / e² help determine?

<p>Precision (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the probability p in the sample size formula n = z² p *q / e²?

<p>Probability a person is chosen to be interviewed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the value of z represent in the sample size formula n = z² p *q / e²?

<p>Critical value from normal distribution (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary to add 4% more persons to the computed sample size?

<p>To account for non-responses (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is q defined in the context of determining sample size?

<p>'Q' represents the probability a person is not chosen to be interviewed. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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