____________ refers to a sampling method where the researcher first samples sets of cases and then samples within them.

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Multi-stage cluster sampling involves dividing the population into clusters and then randomly selecting clusters to sample from. Within each selected cluster, the researcher then samples individual cases. This method is useful when the population is large and geographically dispersed, as it allows for a more efficient and cost-effective way to gather data. Stratified random sampling involves dividing the population into strata or subgroups based on some characteristic, and then randomly sampling within each stratum. Proportionate stratified random sampling is similar, but the sample size for each stratum is proportional to its size in the population. While both of these methods involve sampling within groups, they do not involve the use of multiple stages like multi-stage cluster sampling.

____________ Refers to a Sampling Method Where the Researcher First