How Are Cases Chosen for a Random Sample

question 27

Multiple Choice

How are cases chosen for a random sample?

• A) so that each case has an equal chance of being selected
• B) by preconceived ideas of which cases will support the hypothesis
• C) on the basis of some standard criterion, such as size of population
• D) from among materials the researcher happens to have at home or in the office

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Definitions:

Appraisal Costs

Costs associated with measuring, evaluating, or auditing products or services to ensure they meet quality standards.

Throughput Time

The complete duration needed to create a product, starting from the commencement of its production until it's finished.

Manufacturing Cycle Efficiency

A metric that evaluates the efficiency of a manufacturing process by comparing the value-added time to the total production time.

Queue Time

The duration that an item spends waiting to be processed or serviced in a system.