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The method of simple random sampling (METHOD=SRS) selects units with equal probability and without replacement. Each possible sample of n different units out of N has the same probability of being ...

Computer-generated sampling. This method works best with larger data sets, by using a computer to select the samples rather than a human. Using simple random sampling allows researchers to make ...

The PROC SURVEYSELECT statement also specifies the sample selection method, the sample size, and other sample design parameters. If you do not specify a selection method, PROC SURVEYSELECT uses simple ...