Because of the Ready Availability of Electronic Lists and Computer

question 26

Multiple Choice

Because of the ready availability of electronic lists and computer programs for random selection, this sampling method is seldom used today.

• A) simple random sampling
• B) systematic sampling
• C) proportionate stratified random sampling
• D) single-stage cluster sampling
• E) three-stage cluster sampling

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Definitions:

Null Hypothesis

A hypothesis used in statistics that suggests there is no significant difference or effect, typically to be tested against an alternative hypothesis.

Alternative Hypothesis

The hypothesis that proposes a difference or relationship exists between two variables, contrasting the null hypothesis.

Population Parameter

A numerical value that represents a characteristic of a population.

Type I Error

The flawed dismissal of an actual null hypothesis, popularly identified as a "false positive."