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QuizMultiple Choice

Statistical Inferences — Unit test

Question 15 • AZ-Common Core Algebra II B

Voluntary sampling is one type of sampling method that is not probability based. This means that

Answer
A
each member of a population is equally likely to be chosen for the survey.
B
the results of the survey cannot reliably be extended and generalized.
C
the likelihood of a member of the population volunteering to be surveyed is not probable.
D
the results of the survey are not mathematically probable.

Explanation

In a probability sample, members’ chances of being selected are known, which supports using the sample to draw conclusions about the population. With voluntary sampling, people choose whether to participate, so those who volunteer may differ from those who do not. As a result, the survey results cannot reliably be extended and generalized to the whole population. Choice B states this limitation.

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