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QuizMultiple Choice

How to Experiment Well — Unit test

Question 13 • DRHS GA-Statistical Reasoning

Which of the following statements is true about systematic random sampling?

Answer
A
Systematic random sampling requires a finite population size.
B
Systematic random sampling catches all patterns present in the population.
C
Systematic random sampling can be used, even if knowledge of the entire population is not known.
D
The starting point can always be the first person seen, as long as the gap between the first and second person is a random number.

Explanation

Systematic random sampling selects members at a fixed interval, usually after choosing a random starting point. It can be carried out without knowing every member of the population in advance, as long as there is a way to identify and reach the sample members. It does not necessarily catch all population patterns, and the starting point should be chosen randomly rather than simply being the first person seen.

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