Why Is Probability Sampling Rarely Used in Behavioral Science Researcher

question 60

Multiple Choice

Why is probability sampling rarely used in behavioral science researcher?

• A) It does not allow for a truly random selection process.
• B) It is too difficult to get a representative sample with probability sampling.
• C) It is too easy to let bias sneak into the study with probability sampling.
• D) It is often not possible to list every individual in a population.

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