Sampling Key Terms Flashcards
1
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Sampling techniques
A
The method used to select people/animals from a population
2
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Bias
A
Over or under representation in a sample
3
Q
population
A
The entire group a researcher is interested in
4
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Generalisation
A
The extent to which findings can be broadly applied to the population
5
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Target population
A
A group who are the focus of a researchers interest from which a smaller group is selected
6
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Sample
A
A small group of individuals that the researcher uses to research from
