Kit Library / Research Methodology / Statistics & Qualitative Research
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Why study 1,000 when you can study 100?
Sampling is the process of selecting a subset (sample) from a larger population to draw conclusions about the whole. It saves time, cost, and effort while still giving reliable insights.
↳ A well-chosen sample lets you generalize findings to the whole population without studying everyone.
Two families, two very different logics.
↳ Probability sampling supports statistical inference; non-probability sampling supports depth and exploration.
The four pillars of random sampling.
↳ Choose the probability type based on population structure — strata for homogeneity, clusters for geography.
Sampling is the process of selecting a subset of individuals from a population to study. Sampling methods are broadly divided into probability (random) and non-probability (non-random) techniques, while qualitative resea…
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18 questions laddered from warm-up to topper-level, each with an explanation. A taste:
Which statement best defines sampling?
BeginnerSelecting a subset from a larger population for study
Sampling is the process of selecting a subset (sample) from a larger population so conclusions can be drawn about the whole.
A researcher divides a city into wards, randomly selects 10 wards, and studies everyone inside them. Which method is this?
BeginnerCluster sampling
Cluster sampling randomly selects whole clusters and studies everyone inside the selected clusters.
Which of the following is a non-probability sampling method?
BeginnerConvenience sampling
Convenience sampling relies on ease of access, so selection probabilities are unknown.
In systematic sampling, after a random start, the researcher selects:
BeginnerEvery $k$-th unit from the list
Systematic sampling takes a random start and then every $k$-th unit.
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