Which of the following nonprobability sampling methods requires that the researcher know the characteristics of the entire population?
A) availability sampling
B) quota sampling
C) snowball sampling
D) purposive sampling

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Quota sampling requires the researcher to know specific characteristics of the population to ensure that the sample represents those characteristics proportionally. This method involves selecting people non-randomly according to a fixed quota that reflects the makeup of the population.

Which of the Following Nonprobability Sampling Methods Requires That the Researcher