The Results of a Quantitative Research Study Include a Statement

question 8

Multiple Choice

The results of a quantitative research study include a statement that the study used a non-probability population sample.How will the nurse interpret this statement?

• A)Sample is a mathematical representation of the population.
• B)The results of the study can be generalized to the population.
• C)The findings cannot be generalized to the population with any confidence.
• D)Each element in the population has an independent chance of being in the sample.

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