Nonprobability sampling techniques tend to be the methods of choice for descriptive research while probability sampling tends to be used for exploratory research.

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Nonprobability sampling techniques are often used for exploratory research to gain insights or develop hypotheses, while probability sampling techniques are preferred for descriptive and causal research to ensure representativeness and allow for generalization to the population.

Nonprobability Sampling Techniques Tend to Be the Methods of Choice