| Exam Board | Edexcel |
|---|---|
| Module | S2 (Statistics 2) |
| Marks | 4 |
| Paper | Download PDF ↗ |
| Topic | Central limit theorem |
| Type | Sampling method explanation |
| Difficulty | Easy -2.0 This is a basic sampling theory question requiring only recall of definitions (census vs sample, sampling frame, sampling units) with no calculations or statistical reasoning. It's significantly easier than typical A-level questions as it tests only terminology and understanding of basic concepts, not mathematical application or problem-solving skills. |
| Spec | 2.01a Population and sample: terminology2.01c Sampling techniques: simple random, opportunity, etc |
The manager of a leisure club is considering a change to the club rules. The club has a large membership and the manager wants to take the views of the members into consideration before deciding whether or not to make the change.
\begin{enumerate}[label=(\alph*)]
\item Explain briefly why the manager might prefer to use a sample survey rather than a census to obtain the views. [2]
\item Suggest a suitable sampling frame. [1]
\item Identify the sampling units. [1]
\end{enumerate}
\hfill \mbox{\textit{Edexcel S2 Q1 [4]}}