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A representative sample is one
 
  a. created by selecting only those participants determined to be representative of the larger population.
  b. having characteristics accurately reflecting the characteristics of the population.
  c. based on the luck of the draw.
  d. known to be a biased sample.

Question 2

The individuals measured in a sample are called the
 
  a. scores.
  b. population.
  c. observations.
  d. participants.



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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

d



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