Question

Define: stratified random sample a) population is divided into similar groups and a SRS is chosen from each group. b) gives each member of the population a known chance to be selected. c) people who choose themselves for a sample by responding to a general appeal. d) the explanatory variable(s) in an experiment. e) directly holding extraneous factors constant. f) every possible sample of a given size has the same chance to be selected. g) using extraneous factors to create similar groups. h) successively smaller groups are selected within the population in stages. i) choosing the individuals easiest to reach.

Answer 1

d) population is divided into similar groups and a SRS is chosen from each group.

Explanation:

Stratified random sampling

can be regarded as "proportional random sampling" and is method of sampling which entails division of a population to more simpler sub- groups, this sub- groups are regarded as " strata". This strata are been formed on the basis of shared attributes of the members. This attribute could be educational attainment as well as income. It should be noted that stratified random sample is population is divided into similar groups and a SRS is chosen from each group.