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Component 1: Research methods - Sampling, ethics and data handling
Quick questions on Sampling, ethics and data handling - OCR A-Level Psychology research methods
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What are sampling methods?Show answer
Random and stratified sampling give the most representative samples but take effort; opportunity and volunteer sampling are quick but biased (opportunity samples over-represent whoever is around; volunteers tend to be more motivated). The right method balances representativeness against practicality.
What is q1?Show answer
Explain one strength of stratified sampling. [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Identify the level of measurement of scores on a 1 to 5 satisfaction rating scale. [1 mark]
What is q3?Show answer
Describe one way a researcher could improve the reliability of a questionnaire. [3 marks]
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