This example illustrates the use of regression analysis in a simple random cluster sampling design. The data are from S rndal, Swenson, and Wretman (1992, p. 652). A total of 284 Swedish ...

This paper concerns the designing of certain analytical surveys (utilizing cluster sampling). The general concepts and problems peculiar to this type of study are discussed. The question of the ...

Simple random sampling is the foundation for almost every method taught in introductory statistics classes. Many students, however, have difficulty understanding the difference between simple random ...

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