Data Collection and Sampling

Description: This quiz assesses your understanding of data collection and sampling methods used in statistical geography.
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Which of the following is a non-probability sampling method?

  1. Simple random sampling

  2. Systematic sampling

  3. Convenience sampling

  4. Stratified sampling


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Convenience sampling is a non-probability sampling method where participants are selected based on their accessibility or convenience, rather than their representativeness of the population.

In stratified sampling, the population is divided into strata based on:

  1. Age

  2. Gender

  3. Income

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In stratified sampling, the population is divided into strata based on one or more characteristics, such as age, gender, income, or any other relevant variable.

What is the main advantage of cluster sampling?

  1. Lower cost

  2. Reduced bias

  3. Increased accuracy

  4. Improved representativeness


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cluster sampling is often used when it is difficult or expensive to obtain a list of all members of the population. By selecting a few clusters and then surveying all members of those clusters, researchers can obtain a sample that is representative of the population at a lower cost.

Which sampling method is most appropriate when the population is large and widely dispersed?

  1. Simple random sampling

  2. Systematic sampling

  3. Convenience sampling

  4. Quota sampling


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Systematic sampling is often used when the population is large and widely dispersed. By selecting every nth member of the population, researchers can obtain a sample that is representative of the population.

What is the main disadvantage of quota sampling?

  1. Increased bias

  2. Reduced accuracy

  3. Lower cost

  4. Improved representativeness


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Quota sampling is a non-probability sampling method where researchers select participants based on their predetermined quotas for different subgroups of the population. This method can lead to increased bias, as researchers may be tempted to select participants who are more likely to provide the desired results.

Which of the following is an example of a probability sampling method?

  1. Convenience sampling

  2. Purposive sampling

  3. Snowball sampling

  4. Systematic sampling


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Systematic sampling is a probability sampling method where every nth member of the population is selected. This method ensures that every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

What is the purpose of a pilot study?

  1. To test the feasibility of a research project

  2. To collect data for analysis

  3. To develop a sampling frame

  4. To identify potential participants


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A pilot study is a small-scale study conducted before a larger research project to test the feasibility of the research project, identify potential problems, and refine the research methods.

Which of the following is a type of observational research?

  1. Experiment

  2. Survey

  3. Interview

  4. Focus group


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A survey is a type of observational research where researchers collect data from a sample of the population through questionnaires or interviews.

What is the main difference between a census and a sample survey?

  1. A census collects data from the entire population, while a sample survey collects data from a portion of the population.

  2. A census is more accurate than a sample survey.

  3. A census is less expensive than a sample survey.

  4. A census takes less time to conduct than a sample survey.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A census is a complete enumeration of a population, while a sample survey is a study of a portion of the population that is used to make inferences about the entire population.

Which of the following is a type of non-probability sampling method?

  1. Simple random sampling

  2. Systematic sampling

  3. Convenience sampling

  4. Stratified sampling


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Convenience sampling is a non-probability sampling method where participants are selected based on their accessibility or convenience, rather than their representativeness of the population.

In stratified sampling, the population is divided into strata based on:

  1. Age

  2. Gender

  3. Income

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In stratified sampling, the population is divided into strata based on one or more characteristics, such as age, gender, income, or any other relevant variable.

What is the main advantage of cluster sampling?

  1. Lower cost

  2. Reduced bias

  3. Increased accuracy

  4. Improved representativeness


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cluster sampling is often used when it is difficult or expensive to obtain a list of all members of the population. By selecting a few clusters and then surveying all members of those clusters, researchers can obtain a sample that is representative of the population at a lower cost.

Which sampling method is most appropriate when the population is large and widely dispersed?

  1. Simple random sampling

  2. Systematic sampling

  3. Convenience sampling

  4. Quota sampling


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Systematic sampling is often used when the population is large and widely dispersed. By selecting every nth member of the population, researchers can obtain a sample that is representative of the population.

What is the main disadvantage of quota sampling?

  1. Increased bias

  2. Reduced accuracy

  3. Lower cost

  4. Improved representativeness


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Quota sampling is a non-probability sampling method where researchers select participants based on their predetermined quotas for different subgroups of the population. This method can lead to increased bias, as researchers may be tempted to select participants who are more likely to provide the desired results.

Which of the following is an example of a probability sampling method?

  1. Convenience sampling

  2. Purposive sampling

  3. Snowball sampling

  4. Systematic sampling


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Systematic sampling is a probability sampling method where every nth member of the population is selected. This method ensures that every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

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