Why Might a Researcher Make Use of a Sample Rather

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Multiple Choice

Why might a researcher make use of a sample rather than try to collect information about the whole population?

• A) To save time and costs
• B) To improve the accuracy of her study
• C) To eliminate the possibility of bias
• D) To protect the anonymity of respondents

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Definitions:

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