How many are enough? Crucial role of sample size in research
Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025), Editorial
Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025)

How many are enough? Crucial role of sample size in research

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Published 2026-01-29
Naresh Manandhar
College of Medicine, Nepalese Army Institute of Health Sciences, Bhandarkhal, Sanobharyang, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Manandhar, N. (2026). How many are enough? Crucial role of sample size in research. Journal of Kathmandu Medical College, 14(1), 1–3. Retrieved from https://jkmc.com.np/ojs3/index.php/journal/article/view/1447
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