research methods: sampling techniques Flashcards
1
Q
population?
A
group of people that researcher is interested in
2
Q
sample?
A
smaller group selected from target population
3
Q
opportunity sample?
A
researcher selects anyone willing to take part
4
Q
random sample?
A
everyone has equal chance of getting selected
5
Q
stratified sample?
A
sub groups identified and pts selected from each- must be proportional
6
Q
systematic?
A
selecting every nth person
7
Q
volunteer?
A
relies solely on people volunteering to take part
