A researcher begins with a list of every member of his or her population of interest,numbers each element sequentially,and then randomly selects the elements from which he or she will collect data.In this case,the researcher's sample is known as a(n)_____.
A)simple random sample
B)snowball sample
C)convenience sample
D)quota sample
E)haphazard sample

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A simple random sample involves numbering every element in the population and randomly selecting elements to be included in the sample. This method ensures that every element in the population has an equal chance of being selected for the sample, making it a fair representation of the population.

A Researcher Begins with a List of Every Member of His