Do samples provide better results than surveys? Give reasons for … - Vidyadip

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Do samples provide better results than surveys? Give reasons for your answer.

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Sample gives provide better results than surveys because:

A sample can provide reasonably reliable and accurate information at a lower cost and shorter time.
As samples are smaller than population, more detailed information can be collected by conducting intensive enquiries.
Sample need a smaller team of enumerators, it is easier to train them and supervise their work more effectively.

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