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'''Random sampling''' is a statistical technique which gives everyone in the target group the same opportunity to participate in a [[poll]]. | '''Random sampling''' is a statistical technique which gives everyone in the target group the same opportunity to participate in a [[poll]]. | ||
| − | An example is all eligible voters. | + | An example is all eligible voters being equally likely to be included in a poll. This method does not ensure accuracy, but increases its likelihood. |
In statistical studies, '''random sampling''' refers to the extraction of values (''sampling'') of a designated input probability distribution for ensuing statistical calculations. | In statistical studies, '''random sampling''' refers to the extraction of values (''sampling'') of a designated input probability distribution for ensuing statistical calculations. | ||
Revision as of 03:01, January 6, 2008
Random sampling is a statistical technique which gives everyone in the target group the same opportunity to participate in a poll.
An example is all eligible voters being equally likely to be included in a poll. This method does not ensure accuracy, but increases its likelihood.
In statistical studies, random sampling refers to the extraction of values (sampling) of a designated input probability distribution for ensuing statistical calculations.