A _____ Is a Small Group That Accurately Reflects a Larger

question 23

Multiple Choice

A _____ is a small group that accurately reflects a larger population by including the same proportion of men, women, young, old, professionals, blue-collar workers, Republicans, Democrats, whites, African Americans, Native Americans, Latinos, Asians, and so on as found in the population as a whole.

• A)correlational group
• B)control group
• C)representative sample
• D)balance-bias sample

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Definitions:

Identity Development

Identity development refers to the process through which an individual forms a distinct self-concept and identity, including aspects such as personal values, beliefs, and purposes.

Caregiver Qualifications

The education, training, skills, and experience required for someone to effectively provide care to another individual.

National Day Care Study

A research project focused on evaluating the quality and outcomes of day care services across a nation.

Caregiver-Child Ratio

The proportion of caregivers to children in a particular setting, which influences the quality of care and attention each child receives.