Which of the Following Is True of Probability Sampling

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of probability sampling?

• A) It is the best way to obtain a representative sample.
• B) It is the same as random assignment.
• C) It results in larger samples than nonprobability sampling.
• D) It should be used when external validity is not the goal of the study.
• E) None of the above are true.

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