If One Selects a Sample by Beginning with a Random

question 3

Multiple Choice

If one selects a sample by beginning with a random start of an element and then selecting every k^th element in the frame for inclusion in the sample,which type of sampling method is being used?

• A) Simple random
• B) Systematic
• C) Cluster
• D) Stratified
• E) Double

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Definitions:

Rule Of Reason

The principle that not all actions deemed as restrictive of trade are illegal, depending on whether they are unreasonable restraints.

Vertical Merger

A business combination of companies that operate along the same supply chain but at different stages of production.

Horizontal Merger

The combination of two or more firms competing in the same industry and at the same stage of production, aimed at increasing market share.

Conglomerate Merger

A merger between companies that operate in completely different industries.