Question

a. State any five (5) factors that often restrict the sample size.   (10 marks)

b. Explain with reasons the most suitable measurement scale that a researcher can use from these sampled statements:             (6 marks)
i. Female soccer teams in this year’s Olympics.
ii. Number of countries in Africa.
iii. Seasons in a year.

c. Distinguish Secondary literature from Primary literature use examples to justify your answer.

Answer 1

a. There are various factors which plays important role in sample size decisions

B)Suitable measures scales for the statements are following

1) female soccer teams in this years's olympics - Ordinal sclae as it can be 45,64,42

2)Number of countries in Africa - Ordinal scale - it can be any number like 156, 175, 189

3) Seasons in a year - Nominal scale - As 1) 1 2) 2 3) 4 4) 5

C)