When Does Sampling Error Occur

question 29

Multiple Choice

When does sampling error occur?

• A)When a sample statistic is not equal to the population parameter as a result of nonchance factors
• B)When a sample statistic is not equal to the population parameter as a result of chance factors
• C)When there has been an error in calculating the standard error of the mean
• D)When there has been an error in calculating the sample mean

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