What is the most important statistical goal when designing e

What is the most important statistical goal when designing experiments and choosing proper research methods? Why? What could be the consequences if this goal is not considered?

Solution

The most important goal while choosing proper research method while designing an experiment is accuracy.

Now, there are four types of sampling: Simple random sampling, stratified random sampling, disproportionate stratified sampling and cluster sampling. Now, the researcher has to analyse which method maximizes precision and stay within budget.

After analyzing that she should choose the right method and right design.