A psychologist was interested to conduct a study on gamblers. Identifying the gamblers, even with the help of police, is a challenging task. Which of the following sampling technique will be more appropriate to take up the study?
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Correct answer: C. Snowball sampling
Explanation
Snowball sampling, where participants refer others, suits hidden or hard-to-reach groups such as gamblers.
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