time sampling

noun

A method of collecting data or information involving the notation and recording of an occurrence of a target behavior whenever it is observed during a stated time interval.

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Meanings

nountime sampling (countable and uncountable, plural time samplings)

plural time samplings

  1. countableuncountablehuman sciencesA method of collecting data or information involving the notation and recording of an occurrence of a target behavior whenever it is observed during a stated time interval.
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