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I - Part 1: Sampling Design

Sampling and Data Collection Plan

Write a 350- to 700-word paper using the scenario and two variables your learning team developed for the Week 2 Business Research Project Part 1 assignment, in which the goal is to submit a random sampling plan in such detail that another researcher could replicate the method.

Discuss the following:

-Population and size

-The target population and brief reasoning

-Sampling element which may be conducted through any of the following:

• Data mining
• Survey (If a survey is chosen, create a 5-10 question document), or
• Observation

-The sample size

-Method of random sampling which may include:

• Simple
• Stratified
• Systematic
• Cluster

Calculate the sample size for the mean or sample or sample size for the proportion, using a 95% confidence level, estimated population standard deviation or estimate of the true population proportion, and a 5% margin of error. Place the calculation in the Appendix.

Discuss how validity and reliability will be achieved.

If applicable, explain how human subjects will be protected.

Part 2: Data Collection

Explain how the data will be physically collected.

Explain where data will be stored and how it will be protected.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

II - Business Research Project Part 2

Append the Week 2 Business Research Project Part 1 paper with the following:

Each team member should:

• Find one articles relevant to your research problem being peer-reviewed. Sources.
• Provide a brief summary of article by selecting relevant research that addresses the variables in the research question(s) of the article.
• Use an in-text citation and reference for the article.

Note: This paper is in addition to the Week 2 assignment.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Attachment:- Assignment.rar