Which of the Following Best Describes Sampling Error

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes sampling error?

• A) Any given poll will result in as certain percentage point variation from the true answer as pollsters could not really interview everyone.
• B) Researchers take a random number of people and survey them.
• C) Pollsters get a sample of people using demographic or geographical software to yield a high level of accuracy.
• D) Researchers take a sample of voters and slant the results in order to influence future polls.
• E) Pollsters make up the survey results.

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Definitions:

Positive Externality

A benefit that is enjoyed by a third-party as a result of an economic transaction.

Spillover Benefit

An advantage that results from an activity or product but benefits those who are not directly involved in its production or consumption.

Pollution Abatement

The reduction or elimination of pollution to protect the environment, typically involving strategies and technologies to control emissions and contaminants.

Diminishing Returns

A principle stating that as investment in a particular area increases, the rate of profit from that investment, after a certain point, cannot continue to increase if other variables remain constant.