Which of the Following Sampling Methods Affords a Researcher the Greatest

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sampling methods affords a researcher the greatest generalizability?

• A) randomly selecting a sample of introductory psychology students
• B) randomly selecting a sample of both high school and college students
• C) recruiting all the executives at a large company to participate
• D) selecting participants using a random telephone dialing system

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Definitions:

Profit-Maximizing Price

The price at which a company can achieve the maximum possible profit while selling its products or services, considering the market demand and production costs.

Panel

A group of people selected to provide advice, information, or opinions on a specific issue, often seen in research studies or discussions.

Market Demand

The total quantity of a good or service that all consumers in a market are willing and able to buy at various prices.

Plumbing Market

A segment of the market that deals with the distribution and installation of water supply and sanitary systems in buildings.