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Difference Between Census and Sampling Method

The document compares the census method and sample method of data collection. The census method collects data from the entire population and is more accurate but costly and time-consuming. The sample method collects data from a representative sample only and is less accurate but cheaper and faster. While the census method is suitable for smaller, diverse populations, the sample method is better for larger, homogeneous populations.

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Difference Between Census and Sampling Method

The document compares the census method and sample method of data collection. The census method collects data from the entire population and is more accurate but costly and time-consuming. The sample method collects data from a representative sample only and is less accurate but cheaper and faster. While the census method is suitable for smaller, diverse populations, the sample method is better for larger, homogeneous populations.

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ZEBAR SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN

Economics (2021-22) Notes


CH. 3- Statistics Date: _________
Name _____________________ Std: XI/Sec: ______ Roll No._____

# Difference between Census Method and Sample Method:

Basis Census Method Sample Method


1. Coverage The whole universe is taken Only representative sample is
for collection of data in taken for collection of data in
census method. sample method.
2. Suitability This method is suitable when This method is suitable when
the area under investigation the area under investigation is
is relatively small. large.
3. Accuracy Since all items are studied Since only representative
under census method, samples are studied under
highest degree of accuracy sample method, it is less
is possible. accurate. However, errors can
be easily detected and
removed.
4. Cost As all items are studied As only few samples are
under census method, this studied under sample
method is very expensive method, this method is
and involves a lot of money comparatively less expensive.
and efforts.
5. Time Census method is very time Sample method is less time-
consuming as all items are consuming as only samples
studied. are studied.
6. Nature of Census method is suitable Sample method is suitable
items when items in the universe when items of the universe
have diverse characteristics. are homogeneous.
7. Verification Verification of data obtained Verification of data obtained
through census method is through sample method is
not generally possible as it possible, so errors can be
involves huge expenses and easily identified and
repetition of the whole corrected.
exercise.
8. Census method needs more Sample method needs less
Organisational organisational skills as all organisational skills as few
Skills items are to be studied. items are to be studied.

Std. XI/ / Economics- Statistics Ch -3 Notes/2021-22


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