Large Population

Definition

Large population refers to a group of individuals who share common characteristics and are being studied. In psychological research, this often refers to a significant number of people within a specific demographic or geographical area.

Related terms

Sample:

A smaller group selected from a larger population that is used to represent that population in psychological research.

Representativeness: The extent to which the sample chosen accurately reflects the characteristics of the larger population being studied.

Generalizability: The ability to apply findings from a study conducted on one sample/population to other populations/situations.