The Campaign Manager for a Candidate for Governor in Arizona

question 87

Essay

The campaign manager for a candidate for governor in Arizona wants to conduct a poll to better understand his candidate's chances for the upcoming election.
A) What is the population of interest?
B) Why may the poll be biased if a simple random sample of voters in the last gubernatorial election (four years prior) is taken?

• A) What is the population of interest?
• B) Why may the poll be biased if a simple random sample of voters in the last gubernatorial election (four years prior) is taken?

---

Definitions:

Drive Reduction

a theory in psychology that suggests motivation arises from the desire to reduce a physiological need, leading to a reduction in a drive state.

Set Point

A theory suggesting that the body regulates its weight and energy balance through internal controls.

Basal Metabolic Rate

The amount of calories needed to maintain bodily functions while at rest, referred to as metabolism.

Social and Cultural Factors

These refer to the influences that derive from the society and culture one belongs to, affecting behaviors, beliefs, and attitudes.