Question

identify the sampling technique used to obtain the following sample.

a group of people are classified according to religion and then random samples of people from each group are taken.

choose the correct sampling technique below.

a. random sampling
b. stratified sampling
c. cluster sampling
d. systematic sampling
e. convenience sampling

Explanation:

Analyze the sampling process

Using the Sampling Methods knowledge point, we evaluate how the sample is selected from the population. The population is first divided into distinct subgroups (strata) based on a specific characteristic, which in this case is religion.

Identify the technique

Once the population is divided into these non-overlapping groups, a random sample is drawn from each individual group. This process ensures that every subgroup is represented in the final sample, which is the definition of Stratified Sampling.

Answer:

• A. Random sampling
• B. Stratified sampling (Correct answer)
• C. Cluster sampling
• D. Systematic sampling
• E. Convenience sampling