Which of the Following Best Describes Samples in Qualitative Studies

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes samples in qualitative studies?

• A) Optimal sample size provides adequate power to show statistically significant differences.
• B) Studying a smaller group over a longer period of time.
• C) Studying a smaller group for a shorter period of time.
• D) Studying a larger group.

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Definitions:

Standard Deviation

A statistical metric that quantifies the spread of data points in a dataset relative to their average value.

Confidence Interval

A repository of values, extracted from the evaluation of sample data, seen as likely to encapsulate the value of an enigmatic population parameter.

Random Sample

A subset of a statistical population where each member has an equal chance of being chosen, ensuring the sample's representativeness.

Confidence Interval

A range of values derived from statistical analysis that is likely to contain the true value of an unknown parameter, expressed with a certain level of confidence.