In What Ways Is Sample Size Related to Statistical Testing

question 31

Multiple Choice

In what ways is sample size related to statistical testing?

• A)There is no correlation.
• B)By increasing sample size,one increases the reliability of the statistical test and increases the likelihood of erroneous conclusions from chance fluctuations in the data.
• C)By increasing sample size,one increases the reliability of the statistical test and decreases the likelihood of erroneous conclusions from chance fluctuations in the data.
• D)By increasing sample size,one decreases the reliability of the statistical test and increases the likelihood of erroneous conclusions from chance fluctuations in the data.
• E)The larger the sample size is,the more likely you are to introduce errors into your data.

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Definitions:

Voluntary Response Bias

A bias in survey results that occurs when the respondents who choose to participate are not representative of the intended population.

Nonresponse Bias

A bias that occurs in survey statistics when individuals who do not respond differ significantly from those who do, affecting the validity of the results.

Response Bias

A type of bias that occurs when respondents to a survey or study give inaccurate answers, often due to the wording of questions or social desirability.

Undercoverage

A bias in statistical sampling where some members of the intended population are inadequately represented in the sample.