Asked by Hermi Aiko Lupac on May 09, 2024
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Potential sampling error _____as the sample size increases.
A) increases
B) decreases
C) stays the same
D) fluctuates depending on the mean
Sampling Error
The difference between the value of a sample statistic (such as the sample mean, sample standard deviation, or sample proportion) and the value of the corresponding population parameter (population mean, population standard deviation, or population proportion) that occurs because a random sample is used to estimate the population parameter.
Sample Size
The number of observations or data points collected in a sample, crucial for determining the representativeness and accuracy of the sample.
- Familiarize oneself with the impact that sample size and confidence levels have on determining the margin of error and confidence intervals for population means and proportions.
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Tarman KandholaMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
As the sample size increases, the potential for sampling error decreases. This is because a larger sample size more accurately represents the population and reduces the impact of random variation within the sample.
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the impact that sample size and confidence levels have on determining the margin of error and confidence intervals for population means and proportions.