The Overall Group in Which a Smaller Portion Is Selected

question 34

Multiple Choice

The overall group in which a smaller portion is selected for study is known as the:

• A)sample
• B)population
• C)group
• D)cohort
• E)family

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Definitions:

Tabula Rasa

A theory suggesting that individuals are born without built-in mental content, and therefore all knowledge comes from experience or perception.

Inborn Predisposition

An innate tendency or propensity to exhibit certain behaviors, characteristics, or health conditions, often influenced by genetic factors.

Out-of-home Placement

A situation where children are placed in settings outside of their family home, such as foster care or residential programs, due to various reasons.

Foster Home

An out-of-home placement in which adults raise children who aren’t their own.