The Basic Difference Between an Arbitrary and a Conventional Sample

question 31

Multiple Choice

The basic difference between an arbitrary and a conventional sample size determination is that:

• A)the conventional approach has no defensible logic,whereas the arbitrary approach appears to have faulty logic.
• B)the conventional approach doesn't appear to be logical,whereas the arbitrary approach has defensible logic.
• C)the arbitrary approach has no defensible logic,whereas the conventional approach is logical.
• D)the arbitrary approach has no defensible logic,whereas the conventional approach appears logical but is faulty.
• E)the arbitrary approach,though arbitrary,has sound logic,and the conventional approach has conventional support.

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Definitions:

Linear Model

A statistical approach for modeling the relationship between a scalar response and one or more explanatory variables using straight-line equations.

Labeled Points

Points in a space marked with identifiers or symbols to denote specific positions or values.

Data

Factual information used as a basis for reasoning, discussion, or calculation, often numeric in form.

Model

A simplified representation or framework used to describe or simulate complex systems or phenomena.