Sample Survey

1. A sample survey is a research method used to collect data from a specific group of people or participants in order to understand their opinions, attitudes, behaviors, or characteristics on a particular topic of interest. It involves selecting a representative sample from a larger population and administering a series of structured questions or tasks to gather quantitative or qualitative data. Sample surveys can provide valuable insights for decision-making, market research, academic studies, and various other applications by capturing the perspectives and experiences of a targeted group of individuals.

What is a sampling frame in a survey?

A) A list of all individuals in the population from which the sample is drawn.
B) The physical device used to collect survey responses.
C) The process of selecting a sample.
D) The analysis of survey data.

2. Which of the following sampling methods involves selecting individuals based on their availability and accessibility?

A) Systematic sampling
B) Cluster sampling
C) Stratified sampling
D) Convenience sampling

3. What is nonresponse bias in a sample survey?

A) When individuals selected for the sample do not respond to the survey, leading to inaccurate results.
B) The bias introduced by the researcher's personal views.
C) The bias introduced by the survey design.
D) When the sample frame is not representative of the population.

4. Which sampling method divides the population into subgroups and then selects individuals from each subgroup?

A) Convenience sampling
B) Purposive sampling
C) Random sampling
D) Stratified sampling

5. What is a representative sample in a survey?

A) A sample chosen haphazardly.
B) A sample that accurately reflects the demographics and characteristics of the larger population.
C) A sample composed of individuals who share similar opinions.
D) A sample with a small number of respondents.

6. Which of the following is a common method to collect survey data?

A) Online surveys
B) Telephone surveys
C) In-person interviews
D) Mail surveys

7. What is meant by 'random sampling' in a survey?

A) Selecting individuals with unusual characteristics.
B) Drawing individuals from specific subgroups in the population.
C) Each individual in the population has an equal chance of being selected for the sample.
D) Selecting individuals based on their availability and accessibility.

8. Which survey design provides each person in the population an equal chance of being selected for the sample?

A) Stratified sampling
B) Simple random sampling
C) Convenience sampling
D) Cluster sampling

9. What is the purpose of pilot testing in a sample survey?

A) To randomly select respondents for the survey.
B) To conduct the survey without any prior planning.
C) To increase the sample size for more accurate results.
D) To identify and correct any issues with the survey instrument before full implementation.

10. Which type of sampling method involves selecting individuals in a systematic manner from a list of the population?

A) Convenience sampling
B) Stratified sampling
C) Systematic sampling
D) Cluster sampling

11. In a sample survey, what is the benefit of offering respondents anonymity?

A) Increases response rates.
B) Reduces the need for sampling.
C) Encourages honest and unbiased responses.
D) Provides personalized feedback to respondents.

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