Nonresponse Bias Occurs When _________________

question 76

Multiple Choice

Nonresponse bias occurs when _________________.

• A)The population has been divided into strata
• B)Portions of the population are excluded from the sample
• C)Cluster sampling is used instead of stratified random sampling
• D)Those responding to a survey or poll differ systematically from the non-respondents

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Definitions:

Negative Punishment

involves removing a desirable stimulus after a behavior to decrease the likelihood of that behavior occurring again.

Reinforcement

In operant conditioning, any event that strengthens the behavior it follows.

Aversive Event

An unpleasant or painful stimulus that induces changes in behavior through negative reinforcement or punishment.

Inappropriate Behavior

Actions or responses that are unsuitable or not fitting for the context or situation in which they occur.