Sampling Techniques

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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 Statistics in the context of sampling?

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Statistics refers to the data collected from a sample, such as the percentage of students preferring one learning method over another.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What type of sampling involves selecting every nth individual from a population?

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This is called Systematic Sampling.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is a Voluntary Response Sample?

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A Voluntary Response Sample involves only the people who want to participate in the survey.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.A.1

CCSS.7.SP.A.1

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What is the difference between Parameter and Statistics?

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A Parameter is a value that describes a characteristic of a population, while Statistics describes a characteristic of a sample.

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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 technique 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 Sampling?

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Stratified Sampling involves dividing the population into subgroups and taking a sample from each subgroup.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is Cluster Sampling?

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Cluster Sampling involves dividing the population into clusters and then randomly selecting entire clusters for the sample.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is Convenience Sampling?

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Convenience Sampling involves selecting individuals who are easiest to reach.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.A.1

CCSS.7.SP.A.1

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What is the purpose of sampling in statistics?

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The purpose of sampling is to make inferences about a population based on a smaller subset.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.A.1

CCSS.7.SP.A.1