Question
Do samples provide better results than surveys ? Give reasons for your answer.
Solution
Most of the surveys are sample surveys. These are preferred in statistics because of a number of reasons. A sample can provide reasonably, reliable and accurate information at a lower cost and shorter times Samples are smaller than population, more detailed information can be collected by conducting intensive enquiries. As we need a smaller team of enumerators it is easier to train them and supervise their work more effectively.
