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melly21297

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The literature review section of a research report should conclude with a critical evaluation of current evidence on the problem of interest.
 
  A) True
  B) False

Question 2

Bias in a sample for a quantitative study refers to which of the following?
 
  A) Lack of heterogeneity in the population on the attribute of interest
  B) Sample selection using nonprobability-type sampling methods
  C) The margin of error in the data obtained from samples
  D) Systematic over- or underrepresentation of a key attribute vis-a-vis the population



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

D
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Sampling bias is the systematic overrepresentation or underrepresentation of some segment of the population. Nonprobability sampling (in which elements are selected by nonrandom methods) includes convenience, quota, consecutive, and purposive sampling. A key criterion in assessing a sample in a quantitative study is its representativenesst he extent to which the sample is similar to the population and avoids bias.



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