What is the purpose of stratified random sampling?

CA Foundation · Quantitative Aptitude · MTP · January 2026
What is the purpose of stratified random sampling?
(A) A. To ensure that every individual in the population has an equal chance of being selected.
(B) B. To divide the population into subgroups and then randomly sample from each subgroup.
(C) C. To select individuals based on the availability and convenience.
(D) D. To select a fixed percentage of the population

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Correct Answer: Option (B)

B. To divide the population into subgroups and then randomly sample from each subgroup.

Topics: Part-C: Statistics

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