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Record 1 2015-02-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • Statistical Surveys
CONT

The following procedures are commonly used to select random samples of human populations: (1) drawing by lot numbered slips of paper from a container, capsules from a goldfish bowl, or balls from an urn; (2) using tables of random sample numbers; (3) using a roulette wheel; (4) selecting units at regular intervals from a list or card file or map; (5) selecting line numbers or fixed positions; (6) using a grill or screen.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Sondages et enquêtes (Statistique)
CONT

Les deux villes échantillon pourront être choisies ou désignées par le sort. [...] nous admettrons qu'elles sont tirées au sort, en accordant à chacune d'elles, une chance de sortie proportionnelle au nombre de personnes âgées de 16 ans ou plus qui l'habitent [...]

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