RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -In this type of sampling, the researcher asks the initial subject to identify another potential subject who also meets the criteria of the research.

Detailed explanation-2: -Snowball sampling is a non-probability sampling method where new units are recruited by other units to form part of the sample. Snowball sampling can be a useful way to conduct research about people with specific traits who might otherwise be difficult to identify (e.g., people with a rare disease).

Detailed explanation-3: -In snowball sampling, a researcher identifies one or two people they would like to include in their study but then relies on those initial participants to help identify additional study participants.

Detailed explanation-4: -Snowball sampling This method is commonly used in social sciences when investigating hard-to-reach groups. Existing subjects are asked to nominate further subjects known to them, so the sample increases in size like a rolling snowball.

Detailed explanation-5: -Convenience of Snowball Sampling As a form of convenience sampling, snowball sampling is often combined with purposive sampling, and to a lesser extent quota sampling, whereby participants are selected based upon their specific characteristics or membership of a group.