A Basic Principle of Probability Sampling Is That a Sample

question 9

Multiple Choice

A basic principle of probability sampling is that a sample will be representative of the population from which it is selected if all members of the population have an equal chance of being selected in the sample. Samples that have this quality are often labeled equal probability of selection method EPSEM) samples. Even carefully selected EPSEM samples are _____ of the populations from which they are drawn.

• A) not always representative of the sample
• B) not always perfectly representative
• C) not always perfectly representative.
• D) not always perfectly representative of the student population

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Definitions:

Communal Sharing

A form of relationship or social organization where members of a group share resources and responsibilities equally among all.

Goal Sharing

The practice of disclosing or discussing personal objectives with others to create a sense of accountability and support.

Collective Ranking

Collective ranking involves ordering or classifying a group of items or individuals based on shared criteria or evaluations by a community or group.

Uncertainty Avoidance

A cultural dimension that describes the degree to which individuals or societies are uncomfortable with ambiguity, uncertainty, and unstructured situations.