Question

Identify the type of sampling used (random, systematic, convenience, stratified, or cluster sampling) in the situation described below.

A woman experienced a tax credit. The tax department claimed that the woman was audited because everyone in four randomly selected districts was being audited.

Which type of sampling did the tax department use?
A. Cluster sampling
B. Systematic Sampling
C. Convenience Sampling
D. Random Sampling
E. Stratified Sampling

Answer 1

A. Cluster sampling

Explanation:

Cluster sampling applies to a form of sampling.

The researcher splits the population into separate groups through cluster selection, called clusters.

A simple random selection of clusters from the population is then chosen. The researcher carries out his study of pooled cluster data.