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Chapter 5: Sampling: Short Answer Quiz Questions
  1. In social research, what is the importance of sampling? Why are probability sampling techniques superior to non-probability sampling in achieving this end?

  2. What is the difference between cross-population and sample generalizability?

  3. Describe how you would select a sample of students from your college, using random sampling techniques.

  4. What is the logic of inferential statistics? Why are inferential statistics relevant for social research?

  5. What is a normal curve? Why are normal curves important for inferential statistics?