A researcher recruits a sample of 25 preschool children for a research study by posting an announcement in a local daycare center describing the study and offering a $10 payment for participation.What kind of sampling is the researcher using?

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The researcher is using convenience sampling by recruiting participants from a local daycare center and offering payment, which may attract those who are available and willing to participate. This sampling method may not result in a representative sample and may introduce bias into the study.

A Researcher Recruits a Sample of 25 Preschool Children for a Research