Sampling Procedures Quiz

What is the primary goal of sampling in research?

• To select a random group of people

• To get a representative sample from a larger population

• To choose individuals based on convenience

• To ensure all members of the population are included in the study

Which term refers to the list of all members of the population from which the sample is drawn?

• Sample frame

• Sampling frame

• Population list

• Sample group

In qualitative research, sampling decisions are made to select cases that will:

• Provide generalizable results

• Illuminate key features of social life

• Ensure statistical reliability

• Focus solely on convenience

What does probability sampling guarantee in the research process?

• Every member of the population has an equal chance of being included in the sample

• The researcher can choose participants based on personal preferences

• The sample will always be representative of the population

• The sample size will be fixed regardless of the population size

Which of the following is an example of Simple Random Sampling?

• Choosing every 10th name on a list of participants

• Selecting participants based on their location in the population list

• Randomly selecting participants with equal chance from the entire population

• Choosing participants who meet specific criteria for the study

Which sampling method involves choosing every nth person from a list?

• Simple Random Sampling

• Systematic Sampling

• Stratified Sampling

• Cluster Sampling

Which of the following best describes stratified sampling?

• Selecting participants randomly from distinct subgroups within a population

• Randomly selecting groups rather than individuals from the population

• Choosing the most accessible participants

• Choosing participants based on their convenience

Cluster Sampling is best used when:

• A researcher wants to sample specific individuals with a particular characteristic

• The researcher is focusing on a large geographic area and grouping participants by location

• A small, specific group needs to be investigated in-depth

• The sample must represent every aspect of the population equally

Which of the following is NOT a type of probability sampling?

• Simple Random Sampling

• Convenience Sampling

• Stratified Sampling

• Cluster Sampling

What is the main disadvantage of non-probability sampling?

• It guarantees a representative sample

• It introduces bias because it does not ensure random selection

• It is easier to administer

• It allows for precise calculations of sampling errors