The Pq Ratio Found in Calculations of Sample Size for a Proportion

question 51

Multiple Choice

The pq ratio found in calculations of sample size for a proportion can never exceed _____.

• A) .10
• B) .25
• C) .50
• D) .75
• E) there are no such limitations on the pq ratio

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