Suppose That I Want to Make the Generalization That All

question 13

Multiple Choice

Suppose that I want to make the generalization that all college freshmen in America are financially dependent on their parents.Which of the following samples would be the best basis?

• A)the freshman class at Harvard University
• B)a random sampling of 2% of American college freshmen
• C)freshmen who respond to a survey advertised on nationwide radio
• D)the national freshman membership of the Delta Omicron Gamma fraternity
• E)five students from the largest college in each state

---

Definitions:

Severe Anxiety

A heightened state of intense fear or discomfort, often characterized by physical and psychological symptoms that significantly impact daily functioning.

Severe Depression

A form of depression characterized by profound feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and lack of interest or pleasure in most activities, significantly affecting a person's daily functioning.

Obsessive-Compulsive

Relating to a disorder characterized by intrusive thoughts (obsessions) that produce uneasiness and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) aimed at reducing the anxiety.

Delusional

Relating to or characterized by delusions, which are persistent false beliefs maintained despite evidence to the contrary, often symptomatic of psychiatric disorders.