With Respect to the Sampling Plan, Three Decisions Must Be

question 150

Multiple Choice

With respect to the sampling plan, three decisions must be made: 1) the sampling unit - who is to be surveyed; 2) sample size - how many people should be surveyed; and 3) ________.

• A) sample cost - how much does sampling cost
• B) surveyor skill - who should conduct the survey
• C) sample security - how should the sample data be protected
• D) sampling procedure - how should respondents be chosen
• E) sample supervisor - who leads the sampling effort

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Definitions:

Pure Chase Strategy

A production strategy where the production rate is adjusted to match demand, minimizing inventory levels at the cost of potentially greater adjustment costs.

Part-Time Workers

Employees who work less than the standard full-time hours, typically offering flexibility and cost savings for businesses while accommodating the workers' other commitments.

Full-Time Workers

Employees who work the full number of hours defined as standard for a certain period, typically characterized by a fixed schedule.

Mixed Strategy

A planning strategy that uses two or more controllable variables to set a feasible production plan.