PRC-2 · Chapter 12 · Question 3 of 55
Which of the following statements perfectly defines the statistical concept of a 'population'?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: B) It is an observation where it is desired to consider all members or elements in that specific observation.
Explanation
In an observation designed to analyze a population, the researcher explicitly considers and includes all members of the group, rather than a limited sample.
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