When Is a Stratified Sample an Appropriate Sampling Technique

question 3

Multiple Choice

When is a stratified sample an appropriate sampling technique?

• A) specific characteristics of the population are of no concern
• B) individuals in a population are not equal
• C) each member must have an equal chance of being selected
• D) you have a small population

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Definitions:

Megakaryocytes

Large bone marrow cells responsible for the production of blood thrombocytes (platelets), which are critical for blood clotting.

Neutrophils

A type of white blood cell that is part of the immune system, helping fight infection by ingesting microorganisms.

Myeloblasts

Immature bone marrow cells that are precursors to granulocytes, a type of white blood cell crucial for fighting infection.

Lymphoblasts

Immature cells that develop into lymphocytes, which are a type of white blood cell in the immune system.