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) The physical device used to collect survey responses.
B) A list of all individuals in the population from which the sample is drawn.
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) Stratified sampling
B) Cluster sampling
C) Systematic sampling
D) Convenience sampling

3. What is nonresponse bias in a sample survey?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

9. What is a representative sample in a survey?

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

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

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

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

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

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