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Chapter 1: Q 1.29. (page 15)

In sampling, explain why obtaining a representative sample is important.

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A representative sample is important to reflect as closely as possible the relevant attributes of the entire population under study.

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Step 1. Given information.

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In sampling, explain why obtaining a representative sample is important.

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Step 2. Explanation.

As we know that a sample will be used to draw conclusions or make a judgment about the entire population. Therefore, the sample drawn should be a representative sample.

It is required that the representative sample will reflect as closely as possible the relevant attributes of the entire population under study.

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