Sampling methods Flashcards

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Random

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Creating a research sample by lot.

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Stratified

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Sample population reflects exact demographics of certain stratas within research population.

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Snowball

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Researcher identifies a small-scale group of participants and asks them to attract more participants.

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Systematic

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Picking every nth person from a research population for the sample.

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Quota

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Sample must meet certain demands on who is being involved.

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Opportunity

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People from target population who are willing to get involved are chosen based on convenience.

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