Which of the Following Is Not a Reason for Using

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a reason for using random selection methods in selecting samples?

• A) Random selection is a check on conscious or unconscious bias.
• B) Random selection gives access to probability theory.
• C) Random selection allows for estimates of error.
• D) Random selection allows the researcher to selects cases on an intuitive basis

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Definitions:

Sensory-Motor Stage

The earliest stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, where infants learn about the world primarily through their senses and motor activities.

Egocentrism

A cognitive trait that describes the inability to differentiate between one's own perspective and another person's perspective, often seen in early childhood development.

Attachment

A lasting emotional connection that ties one individual to another, regardless of distance and time.

Role Confusion

A stage of psychosocial development where an individual is unsure about their identity or future roles in society, often occurring during adolescence.