Which of the Following Is(are)a Valid Reason(s)why a Researcher Might

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is(are) a valid reason(s) why a researcher might not want to increase the precision of the estimate?

• A)It would increase the standard error.
• B)It would increase the required sample size.
• C)It could produce a reduction in confidence with respect to accuracy of the estimate.
• D)Both b and c.
• E)A researcher should always use the most precise estimate.

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