Which Step Is Not Involved with Constructing a Representative Sample

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which step is not involved with constructing a representative sample?

• A) Choose the independent variables you want to match.
• B) Collect the sample by randomly sampling from each stratum (defined by your pre-chosen independent variables).
• C) Use information about the population to stratify (categorize) each of the chosen variables.
• D) Run a t-test to check if the outcomes are different across stratums.

Recognize the role and application of normalization in benchmarking.

Distinguish between lead and lag indicators and their importance in performance measurement.

Understand the balanced scorecard approach and its focus areas.

Understand the selection and impact of performance measures on organizational strategy and operations.

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Definitions:

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