A nonrandom sample that involves dividing a sampling frame into various categories and selecting a predetermined number of respondents from each category is called a
A) convenient sample.
B) snowball sample.
C) purposive sample.
D) quota sample.

Question

A nonrandom sample that involves dividing a sampling frame into various categories and selecting a predetermined number of respondents from each category is called a
A) convenient sample.
B) snowball sample. 
C) purposive sample. 
D) quota sample.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A quota sample involves dividing a sampling frame into various categories and then selecting a predetermined number of respondents from each category, ensuring that the sample reflects certain characteristics of the population.

A Nonrandom Sample That Involves Dividing a Sampling Frame into Various