What Is the First Step in Deciding on a Sampling

question 6

Multiple Choice

What is the first step in deciding on a sampling plan?

• A)Administer the test to the individuals in the sample.
• B)Describe the target population.
• C)Determine the percentage of people with specific characteristics needed to make the sample representative.
• D)Obtain a true random sample of the population.

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Definitions:

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