If a Sample of Sociological Research Is Representative, Then

question 45

Multiple Choice

If a sample of sociological research is representative, then

• A) the researcher has avoided any overt bias.
• B) the research has been conducted systematically, using the scientific method.
• C) a smaller group of people studied can tell us something about a larger group.
• D) the researcher has avoided using any double-barreled questions.

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Definitions:

Degrees of Freedom

The number of independent values in a statistical calculation that can vary without violating any constraints.

ANOVA Procedure

A statistical method used to test differences between two or more means by analyzing variance.

Population

A term referring to the complete set of individuals, events, or objects of interest in a particular study.

Null Hypothesis

A default hypothesis that there is no effect or no difference, and any observed difference is due to sampling error.