Section 3: Introduction To Sampling

Question 1

Which of the following is obtained when we study samples?
A. Parameters
B. Statistics

Answer 1

B. Statistics

Question 2

“Using a very large sample is the most important characteristic of a good sample.” This statement is true or false

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Random sampling identifies a sample that:
A. Contains sampling errors
B. Is free of all errors
C. Is biased

Answer 3

A. Contains sampling errors

Question 4

“Using random sampling identifies an unbiased sample.” This statement is true or false.

Answer 4

True

Question 5

To determine the opinions of all bicycle owners in a city, a researcher surveys the customers at two bicycle shops that happen to be near her residence. She is using a:
A. Sample of convenience
B. Simple random sample

Answer 5

A. Sample of convenience