What is a self-selected sample?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for a definition or explanation of what a self-selected sample is, which typically refers to a type of sampling method in research where participants volunteer themselves for inclusion in a study.
Answer
A sample where respondents volunteer to participate.
A self-selected sample is one in which respondents volunteer to participate in a survey or research, leading to potential bias.
Answer for screen readers
A self-selected sample is one in which respondents volunteer to participate in a survey or research, leading to potential bias.
More Information
Self-selected samples can lead to significant bias because those who choose to participate may have particular interests or characteristics that differ from the general population.
Tips
A common mistake is assuming results from a self-selected sample are representative of the entire population. To avoid this, consider using randomized sampling techniques.
Sources
- Self-selection sampling | Lærd Dissertation - dissertation.laerd.com
- Self-selection sampling - Sambodhi - sambodhi.co.in
- Self-selection bias - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
