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2125004343 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

When grounded theory researchers recruit subjects who can provide relevant information to explain a cluster of interlocking ideas that is unclear to the researchers, what kind of sampling is used?

a. Theoretical sampling
b. Convenience sampling
c. Quota sampling
d. Network

Question 2

Using a table of random numbers, the sample of 400 subjects was selected from the list of the license numbers of all registered nurses in the state of Michigan.

Each nurse was sent a letter requesting completion of an online survey on workplace bullying. This is an example of what type of sampling method?
a. Simple random sampling
b. Quota sampling
c. Convenience sampling
d. Purposive sampling

mathjasmine · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Theoretical sampling is usually applied in grounded theory research to advance the development of a selected theory throughout the research process. The researcher gathers data from any individual or group that can provide relevant data for theory generation. The data are considered relevant if they include information that generates, delimits, and saturates the theoretical codes in the study needed for theory generation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
To achieve simple random sampling, elements are selected at random from the sampling frame. This goal can be accomplished in a variety of ways, limited only by the imagination of the researcher. A random number table is effective in selecting numbered elements from a master list. Simple random sampling ensures that each element of the population has an equal and independent chance of being chosen.