HALP PLEASE Flashcards
What are the different types of probability samples?
Simple random sampling
the probability of being selected into the sample is “known” and equal for all members of the population
What are the different types of probability samples?
Stratified Sampling
separates the population into different subgroups and then samples all of these subgroups
What are the different types of probability samples?
Cluster Sampling
the population is divided into subgroups, called “clusters”, each of which could represent the entire population
What are the different types of probability samples?
One-step Area Sample
the researcher may believe the various geographic areas (clusters) to be sufficiently identical to allow concentrating his or her attention on just one area and then generalizing the results to the full population
What are the different types of non-probability samples?
Convenience sampling
samples drawn at the convenience of the interviewer.
What are the different types of non-probability samples?
Purposive sampling
requires a judgment or an “educated guess” as to who should represent the population
What are the different types of non-probability samples?
Quota sampling
specified percentages of the total sample for various types of individuals to be interviewed.
What are the different types of non-probability samples?
Chain referral sampling
Require respondents to provide the names of prospective respondents