The Purpose of Sampling Is to Select a Set of Elements

question 45

Multiple Choice

The purpose of sampling is to select a set of elements from a population in such a way that the descriptions of the sample statistics accurately portray the parameters of the population.This is best achieved through use of:

• A) a convenience sample
• B) random selection
• C) the sampling element
• D) stratified sampling

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Definitions:

Equally Likely

A principle in probability stating that all outcomes of a random event have the same chance of occurring if the event is fair.

Record

A record is a documented account of an event, transaction, or other significant information, stored in written, audio, or digital form.

Smaller Number

A value or quantity that is less than another in a given set or range of numbers.

Fair 6-Sided Dice

Refers to an equally balanced die where each of the six faces, numbered from 1 to 6, has an equal probability of landing face up when thrown.