Which of the Following Statements Is Correct About Generalising the Findings

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct about generalising the findings of a study to the general population,based on particular samples?

• A) It is not possible to make generalisations unless you study the entire population.
• B) It is possible to make generalisations as long as the sample is representative of the population.
• C) It is possible to make generalisations as long as the sample includes at least 50 per cent of the population.
• D) It is possible to make generalisations if the sample is representative, and its size allows statistical inferences to be made.

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Definitions:

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