Asked by KAILASH KAFLE on Sep 25, 2024
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Which of the following is an example of a nonsampling error?
A) Some incorrect responses are recorded.
B) Responses are not obtained from all members of the sample.
C) Some members of the target population cannot possibly be selected for the sample.
D) All of these choices are true.
Nonsampling Error
Errors not related to the act of selecting a sample from the population, such as measurement and processing errors.
Incorrect Responses
Answers or replies that do not accurately address the question or problem posed.
Target Population
The total group of individuals or items to which researchers intend to generalize the results of their study.
- Identify and clarify different mistakes found in sampling and data compilation.
- Elucidate the principles of selection bias, nonresponse error, and nonsampling error.
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shreyash kakadiya3 days ago
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Nonsampling errors include all types of errors except those that arise from the act of selecting a sample from the population. Incorrect responses (A), nonresponses (B), and coverage errors (C) are all examples of nonsampling errors, making D the correct choice.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and clarify different mistakes found in sampling and data compilation.
- Elucidate the principles of selection bias, nonresponse error, and nonsampling error.
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