Math Problem Statement
Identify the best sampling method for the following scenario.
A Geometry teacher wants to check if their student's completed last night's homework. But they don't have enough time to check everyone. They don't want to be bias and just check the first ten who show up to class. They decided to only check every third student for completion.
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Answer
This is an example of sampling being used.
The amount of bias using this method would be
Solution
This is an example of systematic sampling being used.
The amount of bias using this method would be low, assuming there is no specific pattern in the way students arrive or the way homework is completed (e.g., no bias based on the order students enter the class or how diligent they are in their homework habits). However, if there is a pattern (such as more diligent students arriving earlier), some bias could occur.
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Here are some related questions for further exploration:
- How does systematic sampling differ from simple random sampling?
- What are some advantages of systematic sampling?
- Could there be any sources of bias in systematic sampling?
- What might affect the validity of the results in this scenario?
- How could the teacher reduce bias even further?
Tip: Systematic sampling is efficient when you have a list of subjects, but ensure the list doesn’t have any repeating patterns that could skew your results!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Statistics
Sampling Methods
Bias in Sampling
Formulas
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Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12