Multiple choice

Which of these is a sampling method which involves the sample being drawn from that part of the population which is close to hand?

  1. Quota sampling

  2. Accidental sampling

  3. Line-intercept sampling

  4. Panel sampling

  5. Simple random sample (SRS)
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Accidental sampling (sometimes known as grab, convenience or opportunity sampling) is a type of nonprobability sampling which involves the sample being drawn from that part of the population which is close to hand.

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