Which of the Following Is a Correct Statement

question 86

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a correct statement?

• A) A parameter is a characteristic of the universe.
• B) A census is a measurement of a sample.
• C) A statistic describes a variable for the population.
• D) A census is always a better measurement than is a sample.
• E) A parameter is a characteristic of the sample.

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Definitions:

Correlational Studies

Research methods that examine the relationship between two or more variables to determine if a change in one variable is associated with a change in another.

Cause-and-Effect Conclusions

Reasoning that establishes a relationship between actions or events such that one or more are the result of the other or others; a fundamental principle in establishing scientific proof.

Validity

The degree to which a test, tool, or study accurately measures or reflects what it is intended to measure.

Applicability

The relevance or suitability of something for a particular purpose or in a specific context.