Which of the Following Is True About a Purposive Sampling

question 92

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about a purposive sampling?

• A) The researcher uses his or her judgment to select people who appear to best fit the requirements of the sample.
• B) Convenience is the key determinant of who participates.
• C) Respondents help identify other respondents for the sample.
• D) Every member of the population is included in the sample.
• E) Each member of the population has an equal chance of being included in the sample.

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Definitions:

Purchases

The total amount spent on goods and services for the purpose of resale or use in production within a given accounting period.

Ending Inventory

The final amount of goods available for sale at the end of an accounting period, calculated by adding new purchases to beginning inventory and subtracting the goods sold.

IFRS

International Financial Reporting Standards, a set of accounting standards developed by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) that serves as a global framework for financial reporting.

GAAP

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, a set of rules and standards used for financial reporting and accounting in the U.S.