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The document consists of a series of questions regarding probability sampling techniques, highlighting key characteristics, types, advantages, and disadvantages of these methods. It covers concepts such as simple random sampling, systematic sampling, stratified sampling, and cluster sampling. The questions aim to assess understanding of how these sampling techniques function and their applications in research.

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Probability-Sampling-Techniques-Assignment

The document consists of a series of questions regarding probability sampling techniques, highlighting key characteristics, types, advantages, and disadvantages of these methods. It covers concepts such as simple random sampling, systematic sampling, stratified sampling, and cluster sampling. The questions aim to assess understanding of how these sampling techniques function and their applications in research.

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Probability Sampling Technique

Choose the correct answer for each question.

1. What is the main characteristic of probability sampling?


a) Every member of the population has a known, non-zero probability of being selected.
b) The researcher selects participants based on convenience.
c) Only certain groups are given a chance to participate.
d) The sample is selected based on prior knowledge.

2. Which of the following is NOT a type of probability sampling?


a) Simple Random Sampling
b) Systematic Sampling
c) Convenience Sampling
d) Stratified Sampling

3. In which probability sampling technique does every nth member of the population get selected
after a random starting point?
a) Simple Random Sampling
b) Systematic Sampling
c) Stratified Sampling
d) Cluster Sampling

4. What is the main purpose of stratified sampling?


a) To ensure each subgroup in a population is adequately represented.
b) To select individuals randomly without considering subgroups.
c) To group participants based on convenience.
d) To avoid using a sampling frame.

5. How does cluster sampling differ from stratified sampling?


a) In cluster sampling, groups are randomly selected, while in stratified sampling, individuals
from each subgroup are randomly chosen.
b) Cluster sampling involves selecting individuals, while stratified sampling selects entire
groups.
c) Cluster sampling does not use random selection.
d) There is no difference; both methods work the same way.

6. Which type of stratified sampling ensures that each stratum’s sample size matches its
proportion in the population?
a) Random Stratified Sampling
b) Proportionate Stratified Sampling
c) Disproportionate Stratified Sampling
d) Systematic Stratified Sampling

7. What is one advantage of probability sampling?


a) It reduces the risk of bias in sample selection.
b) It is the quickest method of sampling.
c) It does not require a defined population.
d) It avoids the use of randomization.

8. What is a key disadvantage of probability sampling?


a) It is often resource-intensive and time-consuming.
b) It does not allow for generalization to the population.
c) It only works with small populations.
d) It always leads to biased results.

9. In multi-stage cluster sampling, what happens after the initial clusters are selected?
a) All individuals in the selected clusters are included in the study.
b) Additional random sampling is done within the selected clusters.
c) The researcher selects participants based on personal preference.
d) The study ends after the first selection.

10. Why is probability sampling widely used in research?


a) It allows researchers to generalize findings to the population.
b) It eliminates the need for data analysis.
c) It does not require a sampling frame.
d) It is the easiest and least expensive sampling method.

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