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 is used when every 25th guest is surveyed?

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Systematic Random Sampling.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is the term for the large group that includes everything being studied?

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Population.

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CCSS.7.SP.A.1

CCSS.HSS.IC.A.1

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What type of sampling involves interviewing the first 30 students who enter the school?

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Convenience Sampling.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is the sampling method called 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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Define Simple Random Sample.

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A sampling method where every individual 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 method where the population is divided into subgroups and samples are taken from each subgroup.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is the difference between a sample and a population?

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A sample is a subset of the population used for analysis, while the population includes all individuals being studied.

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CCSS.7.SP.A.1

CCSS.HSS.IC.A.1

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What is Voluntary Response Sampling?

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A sampling method where individuals choose to participate, often leading to bias.

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CCSS.7.SP.A.1

CCSS.HSS.IC.A.1

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What is the main advantage of using Systematic Random Sampling?

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It is easy to implement and ensures a spread across the population.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3