Sample Types Quiz

Which type of sampling involves selecting individuals from a population at random?

• Simple random sampling

• Stratified sampling

• Convenience sampling

• Cluster sampling

Which type of sampling involves dividing a population into subgroups and then selecting individuals from each subgroup?

• Random sampling

• Cluster sampling

• Stratified sampling

• Systematic sampling

Which type of sampling involves dividing a population into clusters and then selecting entire clusters to sample?

• Cluster sampling

• Convenience sampling

• Stratified sampling

• Random sampling

Which type of sampling involves selecting individuals who are readily available and convenient to sample?

• Cluster sampling

• Stratified sampling

• Convenience sampling

• Random sampling

What is the main advantage of random sampling?

• Decreased variability in the data

• Improved accuracy of the findings

• Reduced bias in the sample

• Increased generalizability of findings

What is the main advantage of stratified sampling?

• Elimination of bias in sample selection

• Increased sample size

• Increased accuracy and reliability of results

• Reduced cost and time of data collection

What is the main advantage of cluster sampling?

• Efficiency and cost-effectiveness

• Reduced bias

• Greater representation

• Increased accuracy

What is the main advantage of convenience sampling?

• Representative sample

• Accurate results

• Quick and easy data collection

• Cost-effective data collection

Which type of sampling is most suitable when the population is large and geographically dispersed?

• Stratified sampling

• Cluster sampling

• Random sampling

• Convenience sampling

Which type of sampling is most suitable when the population has distinct subgroups?

• Stratified sampling

• Random sampling

• Cluster sampling

• Systematic sampling