AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -This is common for samples that need people who meet specific criteria, as is often the case for medical or psychological research. In self-selection sampling, volunteers are usually invited to participate through advertisements asking those who meet the requirements to sign up.

Detailed explanation-2: -Probability sampling means that every member of the population has a chance of being selected. It is mainly used in quantitative research.

Detailed explanation-3: -Convenience sampling is a non-probability sampling method where units are selected for inclusion in the sample because they are the easiest for the researcher to access. This can be due to geographical proximity, availability at a given time, or willingness to participate in the research.

Detailed explanation-4: -Purposeful Sampling: Also known as purposive and selective sampling, purposeful sampling is a sampling technique that qualitative researchers use to recruit participants who can provide in-depth and detailed information about the phenomenon under investigation.

Detailed explanation-5: -The most appropriate sampling for qualitative research is non-probability form of sampling technique, because random sampling won’t be the best technique for generalizing results, For my own use, I used purposive sampling for my qualitative research.