A Researcher Takes a Random Sample from a Population

question 26

Multiple Choice

A researcher takes a random sample from a population. What is the percent chance the sample result will be within two standard errors of the true value in the population?

• A) 68%
• B) 95%
• C) 99.7%
• D) 100%

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Definitions:

Relative Measure

A metric that compares performance, values, or other quantifiable factors to a standard or to each other instead of using absolute numbers.

Sustainability Improvement

Refers to actions or initiatives taken to enhance the environmental, social, and economic aspects of operations in a way that promotes long-term viability and responsibility.

Indirect Emissions

Emissions resulting from the consumption of purchased electricity, heat, or steam – outside of the direct control of the facility generating them.

Direct Emissions

Emissions that are produced directly from a source, such as exhaust emissions from vehicles.