A Probability Sampling Technique in Which the Sample Is Chosen

question 23

Multiple Choice

A probability sampling technique in which the sample is chosen by selecting a random starting point and then picking every ith element in succession from the sampling frame is called ________.

• A) simple random sampling
• B) snowball sampling
• C) cluster sampling
• D) systematic sampling
• E) succession sampling

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Definitions:

Cortisol

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal gland, involved in the body's stress response as well as metabolism and immune response.

Adrenal Cortex

The outer region of the adrenal glands that produces steroid hormones vital for life, such as cortisol.

Aldosterone

A hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps regulate blood pressure by balancing sodium and potassium levels.

Thymus Gland

An organ located in the upper chest, it plays a role in the development of the immune system in early life.