Sampling Methods in Political Surveys

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Which sampling method involves selecting a sample from a population based on their probability of being chosen?

  1. Convenience Sampling

  2. Simple Random Sampling

  3. Stratified Sampling

  4. Systematic Sampling


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Simple random sampling involves selecting a sample from a population in such a way that every member of the population has an equal chance of being chosen.

What is the main advantage of using stratified sampling?

  1. Increased precision

  2. Reduced cost

  3. Greater representativeness

  4. Ease of implementation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Stratified sampling ensures that different subgroups within a population are adequately represented in the sample, leading to greater representativeness.

Which sampling method involves selecting a sample based on the researcher's judgment or convenience?

  1. Quota Sampling

  2. Systematic Sampling

  3. Cluster Sampling

  4. Convenience Sampling


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Convenience sampling involves selecting a sample based on the researcher's convenience or accessibility, without regard to the probability of selection.

What is the main disadvantage of using systematic sampling?

  1. Increased bias

  2. Reduced precision

  3. Greater representativeness

  4. Ease of implementation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Systematic sampling can introduce bias if there is a pattern in the population that coincides with the sampling interval.

Which sampling method involves dividing the population into clusters and then randomly selecting a sample of clusters?

  1. Cluster Sampling

  2. Quota Sampling

  3. Systematic Sampling

  4. Stratified Sampling


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cluster sampling involves dividing the population into clusters and then randomly selecting a sample of clusters. The members of the selected clusters are then included in the sample.

What is the main advantage of using quota sampling?

  1. Increased precision

  2. Reduced cost

  3. Greater representativeness

  4. Ease of implementation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Quota sampling is relatively inexpensive to conduct, as it does not require a complete list of the population.

Which sampling method involves selecting a sample based on the researcher's knowledge of the population?

  1. Purposive Sampling

  2. Cluster Sampling

  3. Systematic Sampling

  4. Convenience Sampling


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Purposive sampling involves selecting a sample based on the researcher's knowledge of the population, with the aim of obtaining information from specific individuals or groups.

What is the main disadvantage of using convenience sampling?

  1. Increased bias

  2. Reduced precision

  3. Greater representativeness

  4. Ease of implementation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Convenience sampling can introduce bias, as the sample may not be representative of the entire population.

Which sampling method involves selecting a sample based on a predetermined quota for different subgroups within the population?

  1. Quota Sampling

  2. Systematic Sampling

  3. Cluster Sampling

  4. Stratified Sampling


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Quota sampling involves selecting a sample based on a predetermined quota for different subgroups within the population, ensuring that each subgroup is adequately represented.

What is the main advantage of using stratified sampling over simple random sampling?

  1. Increased precision

  2. Reduced cost

  3. Greater representativeness

  4. Ease of implementation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Stratified sampling provides increased precision in estimating population parameters compared to simple random sampling, as it ensures that different subgroups within the population are adequately represented.

Which sampling method involves selecting a sample based on a random starting point and then selecting every $k$th member of the population?

  1. Systematic Sampling

  2. Cluster Sampling

  3. Quota Sampling

  4. Purposive Sampling


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Systematic sampling involves selecting a sample based on a random starting point and then selecting every $k$th member of the population.

What is the main disadvantage of using cluster sampling?

  1. Increased bias

  2. Reduced precision

  3. Greater representativeness

  4. Ease of implementation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cluster sampling can introduce bias if the clusters are not representative of the entire population.

Which sampling method involves selecting a sample based on the researcher's judgment of who would be most informative?

  1. Convenience Sampling

  2. Purposive Sampling

  3. Quota Sampling

  4. Systematic Sampling


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Purposive sampling involves selecting a sample based on the researcher's judgment of who would be most informative, with the aim of obtaining in-depth information from specific individuals or groups.

What is the main advantage of using convenience sampling?

  1. Increased precision

  2. Reduced cost

  3. Greater representativeness

  4. Ease of implementation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Convenience sampling is easy to implement, as it does not require a complete list of the population or a complex sampling design.

Which sampling method involves selecting a sample based on a random starting point and then selecting every $k$th member of the population?

  1. Systematic Sampling

  2. Cluster Sampling

  3. Quota Sampling

  4. Purposive Sampling


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Systematic sampling involves selecting a sample based on a random starting point and then selecting every $k$th member of the population.

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