what is the difference between stratatified and quota sampling???????????need the answer fast plz..........
Hey Mimansa,
The following points highlight the difference between stratified and quota sampling​.
The following points highlight the difference between stratified and quota sampling​.
| Basis | Stratified Sampling | Quota Sampling |
| 1. Meaning | It is a method of sampling that involves selection of items from each stratum of different characteristics in such a way that the entire population is represented by the selected items of different stratum. | It is a method of selecting sample items from the population that is divided into different groups according to different characteristics of population. |
| 2. Method of Sampling | It is a random sampling. | It is a non random sampling |
| 3. Suitability | This method is most suitable in cases where the population is heterogeneous. | This method is useful in cases of public opinion surveys. |