Explain the types of samples identified in the text — random, stratified, cluster, systematic, and purposive
What will be an ideal response?
random — participants chosen by an arbitrary method such as putting slips of papers with names into a container; every element must have an equal chance of selection. Systematic — choose every nth (e.g. 10th or 15th) from a list. Stratified — divide the population into different groups (e.g. whites, blacks, etc) and choose from each group. Cluster — choose certain geographic areas (clusters) then study everyone (or a sample of) those in the specific clusters. Purposive — study those who have certain characteristics of interest to the researcher.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).