Ideal Standards

question 46

Multiple Choice

Ideal standards

• A) do not allow for machine breakdowns, slack, or lack of skill (even momentarily).
• B) demand maximum efficiency.
• C) can be achieved only if everything operates perfectly.
• D) All of these.
• E) None of these.

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Definitions:

Representative Samples

A subset of a population that accurately reflects the demographics or characteristics of the entire group, essential for generalizable research findings.

Simple Random Sample

A sample of individuals selected from a population in such a way that everyone is equally likely to be selected. See also Stratified sample.

Stratified Sample

In survey research, a sampling design whereby researchers subdivide the population into groups according to characteristics known or thought to be important, select a random sample of groups, and then draw a sample of units within each selected group.

Convenience Sample

A sampling technique where participants are selected based on their ease of accessibility and availability to the researcher, rather than random selection.