In systematic sampling, researchers randomly select individuals from a population list without following a specific pattern. TRUE or FALSE?
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The question is asking whether the statement about systematic sampling is true or false. It indicates that in systematic sampling, individuals are selected randomly without following a specific pattern, and the user needs to determine the correctness of this statement.
Answer
FALSE
The final answer is FALSE.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is FALSE.
More Information
Systematic sampling involves selecting individuals from a population list based on a fixed, periodic interval after a random start. While the starting point is random, the selection process follows a specific pattern (interval).
Tips
Common mistakes include confusing systematic sampling with simple random sampling, where there is no fixed interval and each member has an equal chance of being selected.
Sources
- Systematic Sampling - investopedia.com
- Systematic Sampling | A Step-by-Step Guide with Examples - Scribbr - scribbr.com
- Types of sampling methods | Statistics - Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
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