Without Random Sampling, Which of the Following Can Happen

question 29

Multiple Choice

Without random sampling, which of the following can happen?

• A)Naturally occurring confounding variables can result in an apparent relationship between the explanatory and response variables.
• B)The results may not be able to be extended to a larger population.
• C)The researchers will have a much easier time getting participants for their study, resulting in a larger sample size, and more accurate data.
• D)None of the above

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