sampling method

[ˈsæmplɪŋ ˈmeθəd]
nounpl: sampling methods
método de amostragem
1. A statistical technique or procedure used to select a subset of individuals or items from a larger population for the purpose of analysis, research, or data collection
The researcher used a random sampling method to ensure unbiased results in the survey.
O pesquisador usou um método de amostragem aleatória para garantir resultados imparciais na pesquisa.
2. Any systematic approach to choosing samples that represents the characteristics of an entire population
Stratified sampling method divides the population into subgroups before selecting samples.
O método de amostragem estratificada divide a população em subgrupos antes de selecionar as amostras.
3. In quality control and manufacturing, a procedure for selecting items to inspect or test from a batch or production line
The factory implemented a systematic sampling method to check product quality.
A fábrica implementou um método de amostragem sistemática para verificar a qualidade do produto.
The term is widely used in Brazilian and Portuguese academic research, market research industries, and quality control manufacturing sectors. It's a foundational concept in statistics courses and professional research practices in both Portuguese-speaking countries and English-speaking regions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
sampling techniquesampling proceduresampling strategyselection method
Antonyms / Antônimos
censuscomplete enumerationfull population survey

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método de amostragem
Standard term used in academic and professional contexts
Portugal
método de amostragem
Identical terminology used in Portuguese statistics and research
USA English
sampling method
Common in statistics, market research, and scientific studies

Related Words

random samplingstratified samplingcluster samplingsample sizepopulationstatistical inferencebiasrepresentative sample

Related Idioms & Phrases

statistically sound sampling method
representative sampling method
unbiased sampling method
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