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In a recent survey at the University of Arizona, 89 students were majoring in Astronomy.
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One hundred statistics students were selected for all stat students in Virginia Beach. The 100 stat students represent the:
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The ages of all Ocean Lakes High School students are collected. These students would represent a:
A candidate for student council wants to poll students to see how well his campaign is going. What collection method should he use to gather his information?
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In June 2008 Parade magazine posed the following question: “Should drivers be banned from using all cell phones?” Readers were encouraged to vote online at www.parade.com. The July 13, 2008, issue of Parade reported the results: 2407 (85%) said “Yes” and 410 (15%) said “No.”
This sample is considered to be:
In June 2008 Parade magazine posed the following question: “Should drivers be banned from using all cell phones?” Readers were encouraged to vote online at www.parade.com. The July 13, 2008, issue of Parade reported the results: 2407 (85%) said “Yes” and 410 (15%) said “No.”
Based on the type of sample, do you think that the 85% that said 'yes' represent a good statistic of all of the readers of Parade magazine?