Deck 19: Population Sampling

Question 1

The sample population consists of individuals from the study population who are invited to participate in the research project.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

In a case-control study, the controls must be similar to the cases in every way except for their disease status.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Researchers attempting to generate a random sample from the source population need to avoid what type of bias that could occur if each individual in the source population does not have an equal chance of being selected for the sample population?

A) Nonrandom sampling bias
B) Ascertainment bias
C) Nonresponse bias
D) Convenience bias

Answer 3

A

Question 4

What type of sampling is usually the preferred option for producing a sample population that is similar to the source population as a whole?

A) Random sampling
B) Cluster sampling
C) Multistage sampling
D) Probability based sampling

Question 5

Which of the following should always be the top priority when designing and implementing an experimental study?

A) Safety
B) Efficacy
C) Sensitivity
D) Specificity