Learn the distinctions between simple and stratified random sampling. Understand how researchers use these methods to accurately represent data populations.

Sampling allows archaeologists to draw conclusions about a site or region using only a fraction of the area. Because excavation is destructive and funding is limited, leaving parts unexcavated can be ...

The method of simple random sampling (METHOD=SRS) selects units with equal probability and without replacement. Each possible sample of n different units out of N has the same probability of being ...

In order to determine loss of biodiversity, historical species estimates must be established. Various sampling methods produce different results. To compare integrity ...