When Generalizing the Results of a Sample to a Population,which

question 16

Multiple Choice

When generalizing the results of a sample to a population,which of the following is the most important question to ask?

• A) Where were the participants tested?
• B) How many participants were in the sample?
• C) How many times were the participants tested?
• D) How were the participants sampled?
• E) Do the participants come from the "real world"?

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Definitions:

Objects

Entities, real or abstract, about which data can be collected and analyzed in various contexts, including programming, mathematics, and everyday situations.

Mutually Exclusive Events

Events that have no sample points in common; that is, A ∩ B is empty and P(A ∩ B) = 0.

Sample Points

Individual items or values chosen from a population for the purpose of statistical analysis.

Student Body President

A elected representative of a student organization who represents the interests of the student population.