
Random Sampling Techniques and Misunderstandings

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Mathematics, Education, Statistics
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9th - 12th Grade
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Hard

Aiden Montgomery
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of using a simple random sample in decision-making?
To ensure every individual has an equal chance of being selected
To select individuals based on their preferences
To make the process faster
To choose individuals from a specific group
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the context of a fast-food chain, what does the 'population' refer to?
Every location of the chain worldwide
The customers visiting the chain
The menu items offered by the chain
All the employees of the chain
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How is a random sample different from a non-random sample?
It is always larger than a non-random sample
It is selected without any definite aim or method
It includes only a small portion of the population
It is chosen based on specific criteria
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first step in taking a simple random sample?
Using a random number generator
Assigning a number to each member of the population
Analyzing the results
Conducting a survey
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to use a random number generator in sampling?
To select the most popular individuals
To speed up the process
To reduce the sample size
To ensure the sample is unbiased
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common misunderstanding about selecting a random sample?
That it can be done without any method
That it requires a large population
That it is always accurate
That it is the same as a non-random sample
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why might a teacher's selection of students introduce bias in a sample?
Because teachers have limited time
Because teachers want to include everyone
Because teachers might choose based on personal preferences
Because teachers know the students well
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