Lesson 4.1 Sampling and Surveys GOOD

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What is a survey?

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A survey is a method of collecting data or information from a group of individuals to understand their opinions, behaviors, or characteristics.

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What is the difference between a sample and a population?

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A population is the entire group of individuals or items that are of interest, while a sample is a subset of that population selected for the survey.

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What does it mean for a survey to be unbiased?

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An unbiased survey is one that does not favor any particular group or outcome, allowing for a fair representation of the population.

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What is a biased survey?

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A biased survey is one that systematically favors certain outcomes or groups, leading to skewed results.

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What is a random sample?

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A random sample is a subset of a population selected in such a way that every individual has an equal chance of being chosen.

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Why is it important to have a representative sample in surveys?

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A representative sample ensures that the survey results can be generalized to the larger population, making the findings more valid.

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What is the role of a surveyor in conducting a survey?

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A surveyor is responsible for designing the survey, collecting data, and analyzing the results to draw conclusions.

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What is sampling error?

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Sampling error is the difference between the results obtained from a sample and the actual characteristics of the population.

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What is the purpose of conducting surveys?

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Surveys are conducted to gather information, understand opinions, and make informed decisions based on data.

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What is a convenience sample?

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A convenience sample is a type of non-random sampling where individuals are selected based on their easy availability.