Question

determine whether the following statement is true or false. explain. when conducting a cluster sample, it is better to have fewer clusters with more individuals when the clusters are heterogeneous. choose the correct answer below. a. true, because when the clusters are heterogeneous, they are scaled down versions of the population. b. true, because heterogeneous clusters are not likely to resemble population heterogeneity, increasing the number of necessary individuals. c. false, because the proportion of individuals per cluster to the population should not be affected by whether or not the clusters are heterogeneous. d. false. it is better to have fewer clusters when the clusters are homogeneous.

Explanation:

In cluster sampling with heterogeneous clusters, these clusters don't well - represent population diversity on their own. So, we need more individuals within fewer clusters to capture the overall population characteristics.

Answer:

A. True, because when the clusters are heterogeneous, they are scaled down versions of the population.