Question

Identify the type of sampling that is used: A list of all registered voters in a state is given to a researcher who would like to determine if a particular candidate is likely to be elected. The researcher has a computer randomly generate several hundred numbers, and those numbers are used to select names from the list to form a sample. a. systematic b. random c. convenience d. stratified

Answer 1

The correct option is (b) random.

Explanation:

A simple random sample is a part of a statistical population in which every individual of the population has an equal probability of being selected.

Assigning each individual of the population a unique number and using a computer or random number generator for selection is a procedure to select a simple random sample.

In this case the researcher has a computer randomly generate several hundred numbers, and those numbers are used to select names from the list to form a sample.

The procedure indicates that the researcher used a simple random sampling technique to select the sample.

Thus, the correct option is (b).