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Simple random sampling is:
(a) Aprobabilistic sampling (b) Anon-probabilistic sampling 2024 - SEPTEMBER
ic) Quota - sampling (d) Converience sampling
Answer: (1 mark) [CPT]
What is the purpose of stratified random sampling?
(a) Simple Random sampling isa probabilistic (a) Todivide the population into subgroups and then randomly sample
sampling.
from each subgroup.
61 Ifg = 20 and sample size is 100, then (b) To ensure that every individual in the population has an equal
Standard error of mean is:
(a) 2 (b) 5 chance of being selected.
(c) 1/5 (d) None of these. (c) To select individuals based on their availability and convenience.
(1mark) [CPT] (d) To select a fixed percentage of the population without any specific
Answer: criteria. (1 mark)
(a) If S.D. (o) = 20, n = 100 Answer:
Standard Error of Mean (a) The purpose of stratified random sampling to divide the population
S.D, (x = 20 S 20 =2 into subgroups and then randomly sample from each subgroup.
/n 100 10
2] Exit polls are an example of which method of collecting data?
(a) Investigation
2024- JUNE (b) Random sampling
(c) Census
(d) Quota sampling (1 mark)
1 Which sampling is based on the discretion of the sampler? Answer:
(a) Systematic (b) Multi-stage (b) Exit polls are an example of Random Sampling method of
(c) Stratified (d) Purposive (1 mark) collecting data.
Answer:
(d) Purposive sampling is based on the discretion of the sampler.
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2 Which of the followings is not a type of sampling?
(a) Probability
(b) Non-probability Non-probability Sampling is also known as:
(c) Stand-Alone (a) Simple Random Sampling
(d) Mixed (b) Stratified Sampling
(1 mark) (c) Purposive or Judgment Sampling
Answer:
(c) Stand-alone is not a type of sampling. (d) Cluster Sampling (1 mark)
 Answer: Answer:
(c) Based on the definitions of samplingmethods: (b) Here's an analysis of the options:
1. Non-probability Sampling: This typeof sampling does not involve Simple Random Sampling (A):Every member of the population
random selection. Instead, samples are selected based on the has an equal chance of selection. While this can lead to a
researcher's judgment, convenience, or other non-random criteria. representative sample by chance (especially with large samples),
Every member of the population does not have an equal chance of it doesnt guarantee that subgroups will be represented
being selected. proportionally. A random sample might accidentally over- or
2. Analyzing the Options: under-represent certain groups.
(A) Stratified Sampling: This is a probability sampling Stratified Sampling (B): This method involves dividing the
method where the population is divided into subgroups population into relevant, distinct subgroups (strata) based on
(strata), andrandom samples are drawn from each stratum. characteristics like age, gender, income, etc. Then, a separate
(B) Simple Random Sampling: This is a probability random sample is drawn from each subgroup. Crucially, the size
sampling method where every member of the population has of the sample drawn from each sutbgroup can be set proportionaly
an equalchance of being selected. to that subgroup's size in the overall population.
(C) Purposive or Judgment Sampling: This is a Multistage Sampling (C): Involves sampling in stages, often
non-probability sampling method where the researcher uses starting with large clusters and narrowing down. While techniques
their judgment to select participants who they believe are like probability proportional to size, can be used, its primary goal
most appropriate for the study's purp0se. This fits the isn't usually the precise proportional representation of specific
description of non-probability sampling. subgroups across the entire sample in the way stratified sampling
(D) Cluster Sampling: This is a probability sampling method achieves it.
where the population is divided into clusters, and a random Systematic Sampling (D): Selects members at regular intervals
sample of clusters is selected. from a list. Likesimple random sampling, itdoesn't actively ensure
Conclusion: Purposive or Judgment Sampling is a specifi type of subgroup proportions are met and can even lead to bias if there's
non-probability sampling method and shares the characteristic of a pattern in the list related to the subgroups.
non-random selection based on specific criteria or judgment. Conclusion: Stratified Sampling is specifically designed to ensurethat
Therefore, the correct answer is (C) Purposive or Judgment different subgroups within a population are adequately and
Sampling. proportionally represented in the final sample.
Therefore, the most appropriate technique is (B) Stratified Sampling.
[2] Which sampling technique is most appropriate when a person wants to
ensure that subgroups are proportionally represented? (3] Standard Error (SE) and square root of sample size are:
(a) Simple Random Sampling (a) Equal
(b) Stratified Sampling (b) Directly proportional
(c) Multistage Sampling (c) Inversely proportional
(d) Systematic Sampling (1 mark) (d) Not equal (1mar)
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from the population.wOuld
Answer:
(c) A large sample drawn at random
population on an average.
(c) Formula: possess the characteristics of the
be attained at a minimum Cost.
SE =O SE 1 (d) An optimum level of efficiency can (1 mark)

So SE is inversely proportional to square root of sample size. of possible samples

[3] Apopulationcomprises 5 members. The number
replacement is
Asample of 100 people is taken from a population of 1,000. The of size 2,that can be drawn from it with
sample mean height is 170 cm with a standard deviation of 10 cm. (a) 100 (b) 15
(d) 25 (1 mark)
What is the standard error of mean? (c) 125
(a) 1.0 cm (b) 0.5 cm
{c) 1.58 cm (d) 10cm (1 mark)
Answer: Scanner Preparation Key
(a) Formula:
10 10
Standard Error(SE) = = =1.0cm
/100 10

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1 Which of the following statements about simple random sampling is Scan & go to "My Books"
NOT true?
(a) Simple random sampling ensures that each unit in the population
has an equal chance of being selected. Motivational Thoughts
(b) In simple random sampling with replacement, each selected unit is "Sampling teaches us how to see the big picture by analyzing small
replaced to the population before the next unit is drawn. yet meaningful pieces."
(c) Simple random sampling is highly effective when the population is "In the world of data, a good sample is like a reliabBe friendit
very large and heterogeneous.
represents the whole truth."
(d) In a simple random sampling without replacement, a unit is to draw
selected, it will never be selected again. (1 mark) "Learning sampling methods gives you the power to
conclusions from limited information."
2] The law of statistical regularity says that "A well-chosen sample saves time, effort, and resources while
delivering accurate results."
(a) Sample drawn from the populationunder discussion possesses the
characteristics of population. "Master sampling, and you master the art of making informed
(b) A large sample drawn at random from the population would
decisions."
possess the characteristics of the population.