A(n)_____ sample is characterized by every element in the population having a known nonzero probability of being selected.
A) irregular
B) probability
C) nonprobability
D) convenience
E) piggyback

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A probability sample is one in which every element in the population has a known nonzero probability of being selected. This ensures that results from the sample can be generalized to the population with a known degree of accuracy. Irregular, nonprobability, convenience, and piggyback sampling do not have this guarantee.

A(n)_____ Sample Is Characterized by Every Element in the Population