To Study How Satisfied Americans Are with the Electoral Process

question 12

Essay

To study how satisfied Americans are with the electoral process, a social scientist conducts a mail questionnaire survey. First, he obtains a list of all political precincts in the United States (which covers all areas of the U.S.) and randomly selects a number of precincts from this list. He then obtains a list of registered voters for each selected precinct, and from each list he selects a random sample of voters. Finally, he mails each selected voter a survey in which he asks questions about their satisfaction with the electoral process.
a. What type of sampling design is this?
b. There are two sampling frames. What are they?
c. Carefully evaluate the adequacy of each frame in terms of meeting the objective of the study.

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Definitions:

Durkheim

Émile Durkheim, a French sociologist known for his foundational contributions to the field of sociology, including his theories on social cohesion and the function of religion in society.

Collective Identity

A sense of belonging and shared characteristics that unify a group, distinguishing them from other groups.

Symbolic Interactionists

Sociologists who focus on the symbolic meaning that individuals assign to objects, events, and behaviors in social interactions, shaping society through interpretation.

Primary Labour Market

The sector of the job market that offers high-paying jobs, stable employment, good working conditions, and opportunities for advancement.