DC-06 - Sample size selection

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Learning Objectives: 
  • Determine the minimum number and distribution of point samples for a given study area and a
  • Determine minimum homogeneous ground area for a particular application
  • Describe how spatial autocorrelation influences selection of sample size and sample statistics
  • Assess the practicality of statistically reliable sampling in a given situation
  • given statistical test of thematic accuracy