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A Generalization from a Sample Is Deductive in Nature

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A generalization from a sample is deductive in nature.


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Population Groups

Distinct segments of individuals within a large community, categorized by certain shared characteristics.

Statistical Inferences

The process of drawing conclusions about a population's characteristics based on a subset of data taken from that population.

Self-Selected Samples

A sample in which the participants have volunteered themselves, which may lead to bias and unrepresentative samples.

Stratified Random Samples

A sampling method that involves dividing the population into subgroups (strata) and randomly selecting samples from each stratum, aiming to ensure representation of key subgroups.

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