The Major Advantage of a Simple Random Sample Is That

question 50

Multiple Choice

The major advantage of a simple random sample is that it ensures that ____.

• A) there will be enough participants in each subset to be able to make statistical decisions
• B) no single group is over-represented in the sample
• C) the sample will provide an accurate representation of the population
• D) the selection procedure is unbiased although its outcome may be biased

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Definitions:

Endangered Species

A species whose numbers are so severely reduced that it is in imminent danger of extinction throughout all or part of its range. Compare with threatened species.

Trematodes

A class of flatworms, commonly known as flukes, which are parasitic at some stage of their life cycle.

Habitat Destruction

The process by which natural habitat is rendered unable to support the species present, usually due to human activities such as agriculture or urban development.

Ex Situ Conservation

Conservation efforts that involve conserving individual species in human-controlled settings, such as zoos. Compare with in situ conservation.