Non-Graded Quiz MGT648

Which of the following sampling methods is most likely to provide a representative sampling?

• Convenience Sampling

• Stratified Sampling

• Snowball Sampling

• Quota Sampling

In cluster sampling, how are clusters typically defined?

• Randomly selected individual

• Homogeneous subgroups

• Geographical groupings

• Individuals with specific characteristics

What is the primary advantage of using systematic sampling?

• Simplicity of implementation

• Minimization of sampling bias

• Enhanced representativeness

• Flexibility in sample size determination

Which sampling method is commonly used in qualitative research to select participants based on specific characteristics?

• Simple Random Sampling

• Purposive Sampling

• Convenience Sampling

• Quota Sampling

What is potential drawback of using snowball sampling?

• Limited diversity in the sample

• Difficulty in implementation

• Sampling bias

• Small sample size

What is the primary purpose of random sampling in research?


• To ensure convenience

• To reduce bias and enhance representativeness

• To limit the sample size

• To target a specific population


In quota sampling, how are participants selected?


• Randomly

• Based on specific characteristics to match the population

• Systematically

• According to convenience

Which sampling method divides the population into subgroups and then randomly selects individuals from each subgroup?

• Convenience Sampling

• Stratified Sampling

• Snowball Sampling

• Purposive Sampling


What is the key advantage of purposive sampling?


• Simplicity


• Generalizability


• Representativeness


• Specificity in participant selection

When might convenience sampling be appropriate?

• When a representative sample is crucial

• In exploratory research with limited time and resources

• For studies requiring randomization


• When minimizing sampling bias is a top priority