A Researcher Might Use Purposive Sampling by

question 64

Multiple Choice

A researcher might use purposive sampling by

• A)using snowball sampling.
• B)getting a broad overview of sources.
• C)picking subjects he meets on the street.
• D)selecting cases from a specific,difficult-to-reach population.

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Definitions:

Major Depressive Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by a pervasive and persistent low mood accompanied by low self-esteem, and by a lack of interest or pleasure in normally enjoyable activities.

DSM-5

Stands for Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, which is a comprehensive classification and diagnostic guide used by mental health professionals.

Symptoms

Observable signs or indicators of a disease or condition experienced by an individual.

Bipolar Disorder

A psychiatric disorder characterized by severe fluctuations in mood, ranging from manic or hypomanic highs to depressive lows.