Which of the Following Definitions Defines Something by Explaining What

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following definitions defines something by explaining what it is or what it does?

• A) definition by etymology
• B) definition by example
• C) definition by negation
• D) operational definition

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Definitions:

Strata

Layers or levels within a larger population that are distinguished by one or more characteristics, used in stratified sampling to improve the accuracy of the sample by ensuring it reflects the population's composition.

Subpopulations

Distinct groups within a larger population, distinguished by specific characteristics such as geography, interests, behaviour, or demographic traits.

Sampling Distribution

The probability distribution of a statistic based on a large number of samples or replications from a population.

Standard Deviation

A measure of the dispersion or variability of a set of data points in relation to its mean, indicating how spread out the data points are.