Question

Identify the sampling method as simple random​ sampling, systematic​ sampling, convenience​ sampling, or stratified sampling. A computer randomly selects 500 names from a list of all registered voters. Those selected are surveyed to predict who will win the election for Mayor.
Choose the correct sampling technique below.

A. Systematic sampling
B. Convenience sampling
C. Simple random sampling
D. Stratified sampling

Answer 1

Answer: C.

Simple random sampling

Step-by-step explanation:

A simple random sample in statistics, is a subset of individuals chosen from a larger set. Each individual is chosen randomly and entirely by chance, such that each individual has the same probability for the entire larger set.

Answer 2

Answer:

C

Step-by-step explanation:

The computer randomly selects 500 names without any bias, Thus, it is simple random sampling because each name has equal chance of getting selected.