Sampling Methods Flashcard

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What is Volunteer Response Sampling?

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A sampling method where participants self-select to be part of the sample, often leading to bias as only those with strong opinions may respond.

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What is Convenience Sampling?

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A sampling method where the sample is taken from a group that is easily accessible, which may not represent the entire population.

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What is Simple Random Sampling?

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A sampling method where every individual has an equal chance of being selected, ensuring a representative sample.

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What is Systematic Sampling?

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A sampling method where every nth individual is selected from a list or queue, providing a structured approach to sampling.

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What is Cluster Sampling?

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A sampling method where the population is divided into clusters (groups), and entire clusters are randomly selected for the sample.

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What is Bias in Sampling?

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Bias occurs when certain members of the population are more likely to be selected than others, leading to an unrepresentative sample.

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Example of Volunteer Response Sampling?

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Political polls where individuals choose to participate and express their opinions.

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Example of Convenience Sampling?

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Surveying people at a mall because they are easily accessible.

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Example of Simple Random Sampling?

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Drawing names from a hat to select participants for a study.

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Example of Systematic Sampling?

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Selecting every 10th person from a list of registered voters.