A Friend Who Is Not Taking Statistics Wonders Why Anyone

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Essay

A friend who is not taking statistics wonders why anyone would choose to take asample. "Obviously," she says, "you would get better information from a census."In a short paragraph, explain why statisticians might use a sample rather than acensus.

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Definitions:

Electoral College

A group of people (electors) designated to formally elect the President and Vice President of the United States based on the popular vote in each state.

Personal Voter Registration

The process by which individuals sign up or register themselves to be eligible to vote in elections, as opposed to automatic registration systems.

Voting Rights

The entitlements and protections ensuring that eligible citizens can participate in elections without undue barriers.

Motor Voter Law

Legislation that allows citizens of a country to register to vote at the same time they apply for or renew a driver's license or state-issued ID card.