When might a researcher prefer to use a weighted sampling method?

a. whenever possible: weighted methods are cheaper and easier to perform
b. ensure underrepresented populations are adequate in the sample
c. give preference to some groups rather than others
d. to ensure an adequately large sample
e. weighted sampling methods are always discouraged


B

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