Statistics: Informed Decisions Using Data (4th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0321757270
ISBN 13: 978-0-32175-727-2

Chapter 1 - Section 1.6 - Assess Your Understanding - Explaining the Concepts - Page 56: 35

Answer

In a randomized block design experiment, the population is divided into groups homogeneously. These groups are known as blocks. Similarly, in a stratified sampling design, the population is divided into groups homogeneously. These groups are known as strata. The purpose of blocking: In an experiment, if the sample is not homogeneous, blocking decreases the variability in dependent variables.

Work Step by Step

Explained above.
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.