Sampling, probabilistic and statistical /

This entry covers fundamental statistical and practical aspects of survey sampling. Beginning with definitions of basic sampling concepts, the distinction between probability and nonprobability samples is described, along with examples of each. Sources of sampling bias and sampling error are covered...

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Main Authors: Blair, Edward, 1952-, Blair, Johnny (Author)
Other Authors: Atkinson, Paul, 1947- (Editor), Delamont, Sara, 1947- (Editor), Cernat, Alexandru (Editor), Sakshaug, Joseph W. (Editor), Williams, Richard A., active 2020 (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: London : SAGE Publications Ltd., 2020.
Series:Sampling.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:This entry covers fundamental statistical and practical aspects of survey sampling. Beginning with definitions of basic sampling concepts, the distinction between probability and nonprobability samples is described, along with examples of each. Sources of sampling bias and sampling error are covered next followed by a section on the sampling process, including population definition, sampling frames and solutions to problems that arise with frames, stratified and cluster sampling, methods to improve sampling efficiency, and weighting sample estimates.
Physical Description:1 online resource.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781529747911
1529747910
9781526421036
1526421038