Chuck Has Decided to Increase the Size of the Sample

question 17

Multiple Choice

Chuck has decided to increase the size of the sample he uses to estimate a population proportion. ​
What is the effect on the width of the associated confidence interval?
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• A)The width of the confidence interval increases.
• B)The width of the confidence interval decreases.
• C)The width of the confidence interval is unchanged.
• D)There is not enough information to say.

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Definitions:

Standard Oil Case

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U.S. Steel Case

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