Sampling Bias Occurs When

question 1

Multiple Choice

Sampling bias occurs when

• A) not enough participants are used.
• B) the sample is taken out of context.
• C) the sample is representative of the population.
• D) the probability with which the members of the population have been selected is not known.

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Definitions:

Concordance Rate

The statistical measure that indicates the likelihood of two individuals sharing a trait or disorder, often used in twin studies.

Identical Twins

Twins who develop from a single fertilized egg that splits and forms two embryos, sharing 100% of their DNA.

Genetic Component

An element of a physical or behavioral trait that is influenced by genes inherited from one's parents.

Paranoid Schizophrenia

An outdated term for a type of schizophrenia that includes symptoms like delusions of persecution or grandiosity, reflecting a more specific manifestation of the disorder.