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  2. Sampling (statistics) - Wikipedia

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    A visual representation of the sampling process. In statistics, quality assurance, and survey methodology, sampling is the selection of a subset or a statistical sample (termed sample for short) of individuals from within a statistical population to estimate characteristics of the whole population.

  3. Simple random sample - Wikipedia

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    The selection-rejection algorithm developed by Fan et al. in 1962 [9] requires a single pass over data; however, it is a sequential algorithm and requires knowledge of total count of items , which is not available in streaming scenarios. A very simple random sort algorithm was proved by Sunter in 1977. [10]

  4. Data collection - Wikipedia

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    Data collection or data gathering is the process of gathering and measuring information on targeted variables in an established system, which then enables one to answer relevant questions and evaluate outcomes.

  5. Sampling (signal processing) - Wikipedia

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    Functions of space, time, or any other dimension can be sampled, and similarly in two or more dimensions. For functions that vary with time, let () be a continuous function (or "signal") to be sampled, and let sampling be performed by measuring the value of the continuous function every seconds, which is called the sampling interval or sampling period.

  6. Sampling bias - Wikipedia

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    In air quality data, pollutants (such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, or ozone) frequently show high correlations, as they stem from the same chemical process(es). These correlations depend on space (i.e., location) and time (i.e., period).

  7. Scientific method - Wikipedia

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    The history of scientific method considers changes in the methodology of scientific inquiry, not the history of science itself. The development of rules for scientific reasoning has not been straightforward; scientific method has been the subject of intense and recurring debate throughout the history of science, and eminent natural philosophers and scientists have argued for the primacy of ...

  8. Qualitative research - Wikipedia

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    Qualitative research is a type of research that aims to gather and analyse non-numerical (descriptive) data in order to gain an understanding of individuals' social reality, including understanding their attitudes, beliefs, and motivation.

  9. Clinical research - Wikipedia

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    Clinical research is a branch of medical research that involves people and aims to determine the effectiveness and safety of medications, devices, diagnostic products, and treatment regimens intended for improving human health.