Why is it important to select random samples when performing quantitative research?
What will be an ideal response?
The only way to assure that the sample is representative (i.e., has the same basic characteristics) of the overall population is through random sampling.
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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a. control theory b. differential association theory c. strain theory d. labeling theory
What percentage of health care workers in the United States are foreign-born?
a. 5 percent b. 10 percent c. 15 percent d. 20 percent
______ refers to the capacity of individuals, communities, institutions, businesses, and systems within a city to survive, adapt, and grow no matter what kinds of chronic stresses and acute shocks they experience.
a. Urbanization b. Bureaucratic c. Resilience d. Fragility