When Collecting Data to Conduct Research, If the Sample Used

question 97

Multiple Choice

When collecting data to conduct research, if the sample used includes only observations which have remained in the sample over time, making that sample unrepresentative of the broader population, ________ occurs.

• A) intention to treat
• B) survivor bias
• C) regression discontinuity
• D) difference-in-differences

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Definitions:

Market Rate

The current price or interest rate at which an asset or service can be bought or sold in a particular market.

Secured Bond

Specific assets are pledged as a guarantee of repayment at maturity.

Guarantee Repayment

The obligation of the guarantor to pay back the debt in case the debtor fails to make payments.

Specific Assets

Assets that are designated for a specific use or held to meet particular obligations, not readily used for other purposes.