Question

chapter 1 quiz score: 158.75/220 answered: 17/22 question 18 in a study, the sample is chosen by asking our 40 closest friends what is the sampling method? simple random systematic stratified cluster convenience

Explanation:

Convenience sampling involves selecting individuals who are easily accessible or convenient to reach. Asking 40 closest friends is a form of convenience sampling as they are readily - available and easy to contact. In simple random sampling, every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected. Systematic sampling has a fixed sampling interval. Stratified sampling divides the population into strata and samples from each stratum. Cluster sampling divides the population into clusters and samples entire clusters.

Answer:

Convenience