Why Do Researchers Choose NOT to Measure an Entire Population

question 62

Multiple Choice

Why do researchers choose NOT to measure an entire population?

• A)The data are not as reliable as data from a sample.
• B)Populations are not representative of the sample.
• C)Many studies have already studied a population.
• D)It is often impossible to study all of a population.

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Definitions:

Coffee Aroma

The scent produced by coffee, often described as rich, warm, and inviting; this aroma is credited with providing psychological comfort and increasing alertness.

Sensory Receptor Cells

Specialized cells that detect and respond to specific stimuli from the external or internal environment, converting them into electrical impulses.

Transduction

The process of converting one form of energy into another, especially in sensory systems where physical stimuli are converted into nerve signals.

Absolute Threshold

The minimum stimulus intensity that can be detected by a sensory system at least 50% of the time.