ch 6

Question 1

Any type of bias that is attributable to mistakes in either drawing a sample or determining the sample size is called

Answer 1

sampling error

Question 2

refers to the selection of a small number of elements from a larger defined target group of elements and expecting that the information gathered from the small group will allow judgments to be made about the larger group.

Answer 2

sampling

Question 3

A bias that occurs in a research study regardless of whether a sample or census is used is called

Answer 3

non sampling error

Question 4

Identify the tasks that can be performed by a researcher who understands the basics of the central limit theorem (CLT).

Answer 4

the researcher can be accurately assess the validity and reliability of scale measurements and constructs