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Non-Response Sample Size Adjustment

Inflate a sample size to allow for expected non-response.

Reviewed/updated September 8, 2026
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Non-Response Sample Size Adjustment

Inflate a sample size to allow for expected non-response. This free tool is designed for quick academic, research, laboratory or everyday calculations while keeping the underlying method visible.

Formula or method

Adjusted n = required n / (1 − non-response proportion).

How to use it

Enter the requested values, run the calculation and review the result together with the interpretation shown by the tool. Check units and assumptions before using the output in formal work.

Important note

Results may be affected by rounding, input quality and context-specific rules. For high-stakes scientific, clinical or academic decisions, verify the calculation against the applicable official method or guidance.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What does this tool calculate?

Inflate a sample size to allow for expected non-response.

Can I use the result in formal work?

Use the result as a calculation aid and verify assumptions, units and any field-specific rules before formal use.