A Sampling Error That Occurs When Individuals Chosen for the Sample

question 28

Multiple Choice

A sampling error that occurs when individuals chosen for the sample do not respond to the survey, biasing the sample, is ______.

• A) nonresponse error
• B) coverage error
• C) social desirability bias
• D) testing effects

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Definitions:

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