Sampling methods

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What does "population" refer to in the context of sampling?

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All the individuals within a society

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What does a "research population" consist of?

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The target group for a research study

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What is the purpose of a "sample" in research?

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To represent the entire population

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What does it mean for a sample to be "representative"?

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It reflects the characteristics of the target population

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What does "generalisability" imply in research?

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The extent to which findings apply broadly

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What is the characteristic of "Random Sampling"? Options: Every individual has an equal chance of selection, Participants are picked sequentially, Quotas are used to select participants, A few participants are asked to find others

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Every individual has an equal chance of selection

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What is an advantage of "Random Sampling"?

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Easy to create and can be computerized

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What is a potential drawback of "Random Sampling"?

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Can lead to an unrepresentative sample

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How is "Systematic Sampling" conducted?

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Picking every Nth person from all participants

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What is a limitation of "Systematic Sampling"?

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Can lead to an unrepresentative sample