The Collection of Elements or Objects That Possess the Information

question 35

Multiple Choice

The collection of elements or objects that possess the information sought by the researcher and about which inferences are to be made is a ________.

• A) census
• B) population
• C) element
• D) target population

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Definitions:

Aristotle

An ancient Greek philosopher and scientist, whose writings cover various subjects including physics, metaphysics, poetry, theater, music, logic, rhetoric, politics, government, ethics, biology, and zoology.

Plato

An ancient Greek philosopher who made foundational contributions to Western philosophy, student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle.

Process Philosophy

A philosophical approach that emphasizes becoming and change over static being.

Teleological Metaphysics

A philosophical approach that interprets the universe and nature as being purposeful and directed towards certain ends or goals.