Deciding on the Number of Observations to Include in a Sample

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Essay

Deciding on the number of observations to include in a sample is an important decision when planning a research study. What information is required to make this decision?

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Definitions:

Passage

A section of text or a distinct portion of written material, often highlighting a specific point or idea.

Multilingual

The ability to speak, understand, and often read and write in more than two languages.

Percent

A mathematical term describing a part or fraction of a hundred, often used to express proportions or comparisons.

One Language

"One Language" typically refers to situations or policies where only a single language is promoted or used for communication in a community or country.