Statistics Chapter on Sampling Methods
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A population is the totality of all values (or measurements) of particular characteristics for a specified group of ______ that are of interest to the researcher.

objects

Sampling is the process of choosing a ______ portion of a population.

representative

Due to limitations of time, money, personnel, it is impossible to study every ______ in the population.

item

Probability sampling is when the selection of items is done according to some chance mechanism where elements have an equal chance of being ______.

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In stratified random sampling, a population is divided into distinct subgroups, known as ______, based on shared characteristics.

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Cluster sampling consists of selecting clusters of ______ in a population and then obtaining a simple random sample of these clusters.

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A sample can be thoroughly studied due to its small ______.

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Fewer errors are encountered in the collection and handling of ______.

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Convenience sampling is a non-probability method where participants are selected based on their easy ______ and availability.

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Multistage sampling involves selecting a sample in multiple stages, often by combining several ______ methods.

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______ statistics refers to methods for data collection, organization, classification, and summarization.

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Inferential statistics helps in drawing a conclusion about a population based on information obtained from a ______.

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Parameters are numbers that describe the characteristics of a ______.

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A ______ is a number that describes the characteristics of a sample.

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The process of data ______, classification, organization, and interpretation is a key component of statistics.

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Measures of ______ tendency and variability are part of descriptive statistics calculations.

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A ______ is a prediction based on a body of knowledge, scientific theory, or observations.

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The ______ hypothesis (Ho) indicates the value of the population parameter to be tested.

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The ______ hypothesis (Ha) is the operational statement of the experimenter's research hypothesis.

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In stating the level of significance (α), the researcher sets up the rejection region and ______ region for the null hypothesis.

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The rejection region is called the ______ region.

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Use the Z-test when ______ > 30 to compare the mean of a particular sample to the mean of the population.

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The claim of the Liwanag Bulb Company is that it sells light bulbs with an average life of ______ hours.

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A sample of 64 new bulbs had an average lifetime of ______ hours.

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The claimed population mean (μ) for the first test is ______ hours.

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The sample mean (xˉ) found in the first hypothesis test is ______ hours.

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The sample size (N) used in the hypothesis tests is ______.

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The significance level (α) set for the tests is ______.

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To decide on the claim about the mixed nuts, a sample of ______ cans was used.

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For the cashew nut test, the average found was ______ cashew nuts per can.

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The sample standard deviation (s) in the nut test was ______ cashew nuts.

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A T-test should be used when the sample size is considered ______.

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The dissolved oxygen readings in parts per million (ppm) are recorded as follows: Above town: 4.9, 5.2, 5.1, 4.8, ______

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The test statistic in ANOVA is known as the ______, which is the ratio of the variance between groups to the variance within groups.

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A higher F-value suggests that the group means are significantly ______.

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The Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) is used to compare ______ or more sample means.

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Groups of students were randomly assigned to be taught using four different ______ techniques.

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The number of students varied from group to group due to ______ in the experimental groups.

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The hypothesis test being discussed is concerned with comparing means from ______ sample groups.

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To determine if the data presents sufficient evidence of a difference in the mean achievement, a statistical ______ is conducted.

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Flashcards

Population

The entire group of individuals or objects that you want to study or make conclusions about.

Sample

A smaller, representative group selected from the population. It's used to study and make inferences about the entire population.

Sampling

The process of choosing a sample from a population. It ensures the sample accurately represents the characteristics of the entire group.

Probability Sample

A type of sampling where each member of the population has an equal chance of being selected for the sample. It relies on random chance.

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Non-Probability Sample

A type of sampling where the selection of members isn't based on random chance. Instead, it's based on specific criteria or characteristics.

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Simple Random Sampling

A method where each member of the population has an equal chance of being selected. Think of drawing names out of a hat.

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Stratified Random Sampling

A method where you divide the population into subgroups (strata) based on shared traits and then randomly select from each subgroup. This ensures representation from different groups in the population.

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Cluster Sampling

A method where you divide the population into clusters (groups) and randomly select some clusters to study. It's cost-effective for large populations.

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Convenience Sampling

A non-probability sampling method where participants are chosen due to their easy accessibility and availability to the researcher, often in the researcher's immediate surroundings (colleagues, classmates, etc.)

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Multistage Sampling

A method that involves selecting a sample in multiple stages, often by combining several sampling methods. This approach helps when a population is large, dispersed, or difficult to sample directly. Each stage can use a different method (like random sampling or stratified sampling) to select samples within clusters.

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Statistics

The branch of mathematics focused on collecting, organizing, analyzing, and interpreting data to make insights and decisions. It involves understanding patterns, trends, and relationships in data.

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Descriptive Statistics

Refers to methods used to organize and summarize data, including creating graphs, tables, charts, and calculating descriptive measures like the average (mean) or the spread of data (variance).

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Inferential Statistics

Refers to the process of inferring conclusions about a population based on data gathered from a sample. It helps in making generalizations about a larger group based on a smaller, representative group.

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Parameter

A number that describes a characteristic of a population. For example, the average height of all students in a university.

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Statistic

A number that describes a characteristic of a sample. For example, the average height of students in a specific class.

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Hypothesis

A prediction made about a population parameter, often based on existing knowledge or observations.

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Null Hypothesis (Ho)

Specifies a specific value for the population parameter that you are testing.

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Alternative Hypothesis (Ha)

An operational statement that contradicts the null hypothesis, representing the researcher's prediction.

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Level of Significance (α)

The probability of rejecting the null hypothesis when it is actually true.

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Rejection Region

The area in a distribution where you reject the null hypothesis.

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Acceptance Region

The area in a distribution where you fail to reject the null hypothesis.

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One-Sample Hypothesis Test of Means

A statistical test used to compare the mean of a sample to the mean of a population.

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Z-test

A statistical test used when the sample size is greater than 30.

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Sample Mean (x̄)

The average value of a sample taken from a larger population.

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Claimed Population Mean (μ)

The average value of a characteristic in the entire population from which the sample was drawn.

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Sample Standard Deviation (s)

A measure of how spread out the data points are in a sample. It helps understand the variability of the sample.

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Sample Size (N)

The number of individuals or observations included in the sample.

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Significance Level (α)

The accepted probability of rejecting a true null hypothesis. It's the acceptable risk of making a wrong decision.

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Two sample hypothesis test of means

A statistical test used to compare the means of two groups.

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Three or more sample hypothesis test of means

A statistical test used to compare the means of three or more groups.

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Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)

A statistical method used to determine if there is a significant difference in the means of three or more groups.

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Variance between groups

The variation between the means of different groups.

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Variance within groups

The variation within each individual group.

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Higher F-value

A higher F-value indicates a greater difference between group means, suggesting that the groups are significantly different.

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Lower F-value

A lower F-value indicates a smaller difference between group means, suggesting that the groups are not significantly different.

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Study Notes

Sampling

  • A population is the totality of all values (or measurements) of specific characteristics for a group of interest to a researcher.
  • A sample is a limited portion of a population used in a study.
  • Sampling is the process of selecting a representative subset of a population.

Reasons for Sampling

  • Time, money, and personnel limitations make studying every item in a population impossible.
  • Examining an item may require destroying it.
  • Small samples can be thoroughly studied.
  • Fewer errors occur during data collection and handling.
  • Studying larger or diverse populations is more cost-effective.

Types of Samples

  • Probability samples involve selecting items based on a chance mechanism where each item has an equal chance of selection.
  • Non-probability samples involve selecting items based on judgment where items don't have an equal chance of being selected.

Sampling Methods

  • Simple Random Sampling: A process of selecting a sample from a population where every unit has an equal chance of inclusion. An example is lottery sampling.
  • Stratified Random Sampling: A method where a population is divided into subgroups (strata) based on shared characteristics, and a random sample is drawn from each stratum.
  • Cluster Sampling: A method where clusters of units are selected from a population, and a simple random sample of these clusters is drawn. This is cost-effective for large, geographically dispersed populations.
  • Convenience Sampling: A non-probability method where participants are selected based on accessibility and availability to the researcher.

Statistics

  • Statistics deals with experimental designs, data collection, classification, organization, interpretation, and decision-making based on data.
  • Descriptive statistics: Methods of data collection, organization, classification, summarization, and presentation (e.g., graphs, tables, charts). Includes calculating central tendency (mean, median, mode) and measures of variability (range, standard deviation, variance).
  • Inferential statistics: Arriving at conclusions about a population based on information from a sample.
    • Parameters: Numerical values describing population characteristics.
    • Statistics: Numerical values describing sample characteristics.

Hypothesis

  • A prediction based on knowledge, scientific theory, or observations.
  • Null hypothesis (H₀): The value of a population parameter to be tested.
  • Alternative hypothesis (H₁): The researcher's research hypothesis.

Level of Significance and Sample Size

  • The level of significance (α) sets up a rejection region (critical region) and an acceptance region for a null hypothesis.

One Sample Hypothesis Test of Means

  • Z-test: Used when the sample size (N) is greater than 30 to compare sample mean to population mean.
    • Z = (x̄ - μ) / (σ/√n)
    • Where: x̄ = Sample mean, μ = Population mean, σ = Population standard deviation, n = Sample size
  • T-test: Used when the sample size (N) is less than or equal to 30.   - t = (x̄ - μ) / (s/√n)   - Where: x̄ = Sample mean, μ = Population mean, s = Sample standard deviation, n = Sample size

Two Sample Hypothesis Test of Means

  • Used to compare the means of two independent groups.
    • Equal Variance (Pooled T-test): Assumes the variances of the groups are equal.
    • Unequal Variance (Welch's T-test): Assumes variances are different.

Three or More Sample Hypothesis Test of Means (ANOVA)

  • Analysis of Variance (ANOVA): Used to compare three or more sample means.
  • F-statistic: The test statistic in ANOVA, calculated as the ratio of variance between groups to variance within groups. A higher F-value suggests significant differences among group means.
  • Formula: F = MSB / MSW   - Where: MSB = Mean Square Between, MSW = Mean Square Within.

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