The least expensive and least time-consuming sampling techniques is generally considered to be the
A) convenience sample
B) judgment sample
C) stratified sample
D) quota sample

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Convenience sampling involves selecting participants based on their availability and accessibility. This technique is often used in pilot studies, exploratory research, or when time and resources are limited. However, convenience samples may not be representative of the population of interest and may introduce bias in the results. Therefore, convenience sampling should be used with caution and its limitations should be acknowledged in the research report.

The Least Expensive and Least Time-Consuming Sampling Techniques Is Generally