RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

METHODS OF DATA COLLECTION

CONCEPT OF SAMPLING AND OTHER CONCEPTS RELATED TO SAMPLING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A researcher wants to understand student’s study habits across the state. However, she lives in a rural area and decides to use the local middle school instead of schools across the state. What kind of sampling is this?
A
quota sampling
B
random sampling
C
stratified sampling
D
convenience sampling
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -This process is called survey sampling, and it is one of the most important aspects of survey design.

Detailed explanation-2: -Four main methods include: 1) simple random, 2) stratified random, 3) cluster, and 4) systematic. Non-probability sampling – the elements that make up the sample, are selected by nonrandom methods.

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.

There is 1 question to complete.