When Conducting a Search for Electronic Documents,the Process of Sampling

question 33

Multiple Choice

When conducting a search for electronic documents,the process of sampling can be used to

• A) obtain examples of documents that are representative of the entire collection.
• B) test the accuracy of a search query before using it to perform a full search.
• C) compare documents to determine which are the most relevant.
• D) test a search query to see how many documents it will produce.

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Definitions:

Social Comparison

The process of comparing oneself to others in order to evaluate or enhance one's own abilities or opinions.

Reward Power

A form of power based on the ability to distribute rewards that others view as valuable, often used in organizational contexts.

Small Informal Groups

Collectives of individuals who come together spontaneously or for a specific purpose without a formal structure.

Propinquity

The proximity or physical closeness between people, which can affect their likelihood to form relationships or connections.