Question

Which of the following is an example of convenience sampling?

A) intentionally surveying a population of men about football preferences instead of women in order to focus more on the male response
B) a dentist surveying patients about toothpaste preference
C)taking data from a random selection of people across the country on television program preferences
D)surveying college students from ten different universities on academic rigor over ten years

Answer 1

Obviously is B ! :,D

Answer 2

The correct answer is option B, that is, a dentist surveying patients about toothpaste preference.

Convenience sampling refers to the non-probability technique of sampling where the subjects are chosen due to their suitable availability and propinquity to the researcher. This type of sampling method is dependent upon the collection of data from the members of the population who are conveniently accessible to take part in the study.