What Is the Difference Between a Sample and a Census

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What is the difference between a sample and a census?

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Definitions:

Income from Operation

A company's earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT), representing the profit from ongoing, core business activities.

Dividends

Payments made by a corporation to its shareholders, typically from profits.

Shareholder Equity

The residual interest in the assets of a company after deducting liabilities, representing the net worth attributable to shareholders.

Common Stocks

Shares representing ownership in a corporation, giving holders voting rights and a share in the company's profits through dividends and/or capital appreciation.