Which of the following refers to a nonprobability sample in which the researcher uses his or her evaluation techniques to select population members who are good prospects for accurate information?
A) quota sample
B) judgment sample
C) convenience sample
D) stratified random sample
E) simple random sample

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A judgment sample is a nonprobability sampling technique in which the researcher selects population members based on their judgment or evaluation of who would be good prospects for accurate information. This is in contrast to convenience sampling, where the researcher selects whoever is most easily accessible, and quota sampling, where the researcher selects a certain number of participants from various subgroups, regardless of their likelihood of providing accurate information. Stratified random sampling and simple random sampling are both probability sampling techniques.

Which of the Following Refers to a Nonprobability Sample in Which