A Kind of Sampling Bias in Which Certain Segments of Society

question 49

Multiple Choice

A kind of sampling bias in which certain segments of society (such as White, middle-class, white-collar workers) are disproportionately represented in a study population is known as:

• A) nonresponse.
• B) demographic bias.
• C) researcher bias.
• D) volunteer bias.

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Definitions:

Conditioned Response (CR)

In classical conditioning, the learned response to a previously neutral (but now conditioned) stimulus (CS).

Omitted

Left out or excluded, either deliberately or unintentionally.

Permanent Change

An alteration or modification that is lasting and not reversible.

Learning

A process that involves acquiring knowledge, behaviors, skills, values, or preferences through study, experience, or teaching.