Question 8
EasyOriginal questionWhich of these is a simple random sample of 20 students from a school of 300?
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer B
Correct answer: B
Explanation
In a simple random sample every unit has the same chance of being chosen.
A lottery over the full list gives every student that equal chance; the others favour early risers, players or toppers.
- Concept
- Simple random sampling
- Typical timeTypical
- 60 s
- Your timeYours
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