Question

]To estimate the percentage of defects in a recent manufacturing​ batch, a quality control manager at Daimler minus Chrysler selects every 16th van that comes off the assembly line starting with the fifth until she obtains a sample of 80 vans. What type of sampling is​ used?
A. Systematic
B. Simple random
C. Stratified
D. Convenience
E. Cluster

Answer 1

Answer:

Answer is option A, i.e. systematic sampling.

Explanation:

Systematic sampling is the type of probability sampling method of selection of samples out of the given group of homogenous nature. In this method, every Kth sample is selected until the required amount is obtained. Here, Chrysler selects every 16th van until he is successful in obtaining the 80 vans. Thus, Chrysler is using a systematic sampling method here.