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Topic 27, TQ: Stratification in Random Sampling

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  Topic review question: What does stratification mean in random sampling? Stratification or stratified random sampling is a method that is used where the population of a group starts to divide into smaller groups. These sub- groups are known as strata. When you stratify a population, you begin to create different layers. This has been … Continue reading Topic 27, TQ: Stratification in Random Sampling →

Topic 26 DQ 1 Simple Random & Systematic Sampling

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Discussion Question: Suppose a friend was planning to use simple random sampling in a research project from which he or she wants to generalize to all students on a campus.  Would you recommend drawing names from a hat or using a table of random numbers?  Why? My Answer: I believe that the friend would want to use … Continue reading Topic 26 DQ 1 Simple Random & Systematic Sampling →