In Scientific Research,an Attempt to Generalize the Findings of a Study

question 68

Multiple Choice

In scientific research,an attempt to generalize the findings of a study with a smaller number of subjects to a larger population is known as a(n)

• A)deductive sample.
• B)representative sample.
• C)biased sample
• D)multistage sample.

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Definitions:

Confidence Interval

A stretch of values, from sample-based data, thought to incorporate the value of an unseen population trait.

Siblings

Brothers, sisters, or any individuals sharing at least one parent.

Checking Account Balance

The total amount of money available in a checking account at any given moment.

Confidence Interval

A range of values, derived from the sample statistics, that is likely to contain the value of an unknown population parameter.