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lunatika

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on: Aug 13, 2018
The purpose of sampling is to select a set of elements from a population in such a way that the descriptions of the sample statistics accurately portray the parameters of the population. This is best achieved through use of:
 
  a. a convenience sample
  b. random selection
  c. the sampling element
  d. stratified sampling

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A basic principle of probability sampling is that a sample will be representative of the population from which it is drawn if:
 
  a. all members of the population have an equal chance of being selected for the sample
  b. the researcher uses a method of selection based upon convenience
  c. every nth person is selected for the sample
  d. all are principles of probability sampling


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Jane

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Reply #1 on: Aug 13, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

a


lunatika

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Reply 2 on: Aug 13, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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