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According to the text,which type of household has increased most dramatically since 1970?
Representative Sample
A representative sample is a subset of a population that accurately reflects the members of the entire population, used in statistical analysis to make inferences about the population.
Experimental Method
A research methodology that involves manipulating variables to test hypotheses and observe effects.
Spurious Relationship
A statistical association between two variables that appears to be causally linked but is actually due to a third variable or a coincidence.
Quantitative Research
Research methodology that focuses on gathering and analyzing numerical data to identify patterns, correlations, and cause-effect relationships.