The Big Four (keep in mind of data collection)

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  • Created on: 13-09-23 18:56
Definition of Validity
Data that paints a picture of society at the time
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Definition of Representativeness
The sample represents the characteristics of society
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Definition of Reliability
The data can be replicated or similar results achieved when test or experiment is replicated
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Definition of Generalisation
Being able to make claims about the larger population based on a small sample
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What type of data is Validity
Qualitative
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What type of data is Reliability
Quantitative
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What are the types of characteristics found in a society?
Class
Gender
Religion/Culture
Ect
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If you have high representative sample, you will also be able to
Be able to generalise the larger population better
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The sample represents the characteristics of society

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The data can be replicated or similar results achieved when test or experiment is replicated

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Being able to make claims about the larger population based on a small sample

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Qualitative

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