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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

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Definitions:

Echinoderms

A phylum of marine animals characterized by radial symmetry, a calcareous skeleton, and a water vascular system; includes starfish, sea urchins, and sea cucumbers.

Parasitizes

Describes the action of living as a parasite in or on another organism, exploiting the host for sustenance without mutual benefit.

Biramous Appendages

Appendages with two jointed branches extending from their base. Compare with uniramous appendages.

Arthropods

A large group of invertebrate animals that includes insects, spiders, crustaceans, and others, characterized by segmented bodies, exoskeletons, and jointed limbs.