This book emphasizes that artificial or pseudo-populations play an
important role in statistical surveys from finite universes in two
manners: firstly, the concept of pseudo-populations may substantially
improve users' understanding of various aspects in the sampling theory
and survey methodology; an example of this scenario is the
Horvitz-Thompson estimator. Secondly, statistical procedures exist in
which pseudo-populations actually have to be generated. An example of
such a scenario can be found in simulation studies in the field of
survey sampling, where close-to-reality pseudo-populations are generated
from known sample and population data to form the basis for the
simulation process.
The chapters focus on estimation methods, sampling techniques,
nonresponse, questioning designs and statistical disclosure control**.**
This book is a valuable reference in understanding the importance of the
pseudo-population concept and applying it in teaching and research.