A typical group is selected from the population,and a random sample is taken from within the group.This is an example of _____ sampling.
A)simple random
B)stratified
C)cluster
D)judgment

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The scenario describes a type of cluster sampling where the population is first divided into groups or clusters, and then a random sample is taken from within each cluster. This is different from simple random sampling, where individuals are randomly chosen from the entire population without consideration of any grouping. Stratified sampling involves dividing the population into subgroups based on certain characteristics and then randomly selecting individuals from each subgroup. Judgment sampling involves deliberately choosing individuals based on the researcher's own judgment or criteria.

A Typical Group Is Selected from the Population,and a Random