Sampling Techniques and Experimental Design

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What is a Census?

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A Census is the examination of the entire population instead of a subgroup.

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What is Cluster Sampling?

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Cluster Sampling is a technique where the population is divided into groups (clusters) and a sample is taken from one or more of these clusters.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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True or False: All samples lead to a good prediction about an entire population.

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False

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CCSS.7.SP.A.1

CCSS.HSS.IC.A.1

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What is Stratified Random Sampling?

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Stratified Random Sampling is a method where the population is divided into subgroups (strata) and samples are taken from each stratum.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is Convenience Sampling?

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Convenience Sampling is a non-probability sampling technique where samples are taken from a group that is easily accessible.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is Simple Random Sampling?

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Simple Random Sampling is a method where every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is the purpose of Sampling Techniques?

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Sampling Techniques are used to select a subset of individuals from a population to estimate characteristics of the whole population.

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CCSS.7.SP.A.1

CCSS.HSS.IC.A.1

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What is Bias in Sampling?

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Bias in Sampling refers to systematic errors that lead to an unrepresentative sample.

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CCSS.7.SP.A.1

CCSS.HSS.IC.A.1

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What is the difference between a Sample and a Population?

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A Sample is a subset of a population, while a Population includes all members of a specified group.

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CCSS.7.SP.A.1

CCSS.HSS.IC.A.1

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What is Systematic Sampling?

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Systematic Sampling is a method where samples are selected at regular intervals from a sorted list.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3