Statistics Are Used to Estimate Population Parameters, Particularly When It

question 98

Multiple Choice

Statistics are used to estimate population parameters, particularly when it is impossible or too expensive to poll an entire population. A particular value of a statistic is referred to as a(n) ________.

• A) mean
• B) stratum
• C) estimate
• D) finite correction factor

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