Sampling Methods

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What is the purpose of randomly selecting samples?

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To reduce bias in the results.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What type of sampling method is used when interviewing the first 30 students who enter the school in the morning?

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Convenience sampling.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What sampling method is used when a teacher selects the first five students who raise their hands?

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Voluntary Response sampling.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is the sampling method used when Disneyland surveys every 25th guest leaving a restaurant?

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Systematic Random Sampling.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is a sample in the context of statistics?

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A small portion of the population used to gather data.

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CCSS.7.SP.A.1

CCSS.HSS.IC.A.1

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Define Simple Random Sampling.

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A sampling method where every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is Stratified Random Sampling?

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A sampling method that involves dividing the population into subgroups and randomly sampling from each subgroup.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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Explain Convenience Sampling.

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A sampling method that involves selecting individuals who are easiest to reach.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is Voluntary Response Sampling?

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A sampling method where individuals choose to participate in the survey.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is the main disadvantage of Convenience Sampling?

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It may not accurately represent the population, leading to bias.

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CCSS.7.SP.A.1

CCSS.HSS.IC.A.1