- Definition
Imagine you're picking names out of a hat; simple random sampling means everyone in the group has the exact same chance of being chosen for a survey or experiment. It's like drawing straws to decide who goes first, ensuring fairness.
simple random sampling is a term used in Ontario’s Kindergarten to Grade 8 curriculum.
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