In Order to Learn Whether the People in His State

question 70

Multiple Choice

In order to learn whether the people in his state opposed or supported increased speed limits, Representative Simpson randomly surveyed 1,000 of the state's residents.In this instance, the 1,000 people whom Representative Simpson surveyed would be considered to be:

• A)a population
• B)the dependent variable
• C)a representative sample
• D)the independent variable

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Definitions:

Incorrectly Reported

A term referring to data or results that have been mistakenly or inaccurately documented or communicated.

Continuous Random Variable

A type of random variable that can take an infinite number of values within a given range.

Continuous Random Variable

A variable that can take on an infinite number of values within a given range, representing quantities that can be subdivided indefinitely.

Probability Function

A mathematical function that determines the likelihood of various potential outcomes for an experiment.