The Whitman County Fire Department Conducted a Survey to Determine

question 37

Multiple Choice

The Whitman County Fire Department conducted a survey to determine how the 40,000 residents of the county feel about the fire department's ability to meet their needs. A random sample of 690 citizens was selected, and 627 of them said that they feel confident about the fire department's service. The population is:

• A) the 627 confident citizens.
• B) the 690 citizens surveyed.
• C) the 40,000 residents of Whitman County.
• D) the employees of the Whitman County Fire Department.

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Definitions:

Programmed Aging

The theory that aging results from an organism's genetic programming, suggesting that the process of aging is predetermined and built into the biology of an organism.

Primary Aging

The gradual and inevitable process of bodily deterioration that occurs throughout life, unaffected by disease or environmental factors.

Longevity

The length of time that an individual lives or a thing exists, often referring to a life span exceeding the average.

Genetic Traits

Hereditary characteristics passed from parents to offspring through genes, such as eye color, blood type, and susceptibility to certain diseases.