Which statement correctly describes quota sampling?
Correct answer: D. Researchers fill preset subgroup quotas without requiring random selection
- A. Researchers select entire groups and survey their members
- B. Researchers select every kth unit after a random start
- C. Researchers randomly choose units from each subgroup
- D. Researchers fill preset subgroup quotas without requiring random selection
Explanation
Quota sampling sets required numbers for selected categories, but the units within those categories are usually chosen nonrandomly. Random selection from each subgroup would instead describe stratified random sampling.
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