Which of the following statements does NOT support the concept of the "power of a sample?"
A) The energy required to perform the study will not be justified by the findings
B) The cost of a census outweighs the benefits of the results
C) The amount of time required to do a census is not available
D) A census is always preferred over a sample
E) Sample findings can be generalized to the population.

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Option D states that a census is always preferred over a sample, which is not true. The power of a sample lies in its ability to accurately represent a population without having to survey every individual, making it a more feasible and cost-effective option in many cases.

Which of the Following Statements Does NOT Support the Concept