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Convenience Sample

Description:

A convenience sample is a non-probability sampling technique where individuals from the population are selected based on their easy accessibility or convenience. This method is commonly used in research when obtaining a random sample is difficult or impractical.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. Researchers used a convenience sample to study the effects of a new drug on the local population.
2. The convenience sample for the survey consisted of customers who happened to be present at the store during the study.

Verb:

1. The researcher decided to convenience sample the participants due to time constraints and limited resources.
2. She convenience sampled the available data to understand the trend among the respondents.

Adjective:

1. Because the convenience sample was not representative of the entire population, the study results may not be generalizable.
2. Participants from the convenience sample were asked to provide feedback on the usability of the website.

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