Nonprobabilistic selection methods are not based on mathematical probabilities; therefore:
A)the extent to which a sample is representative of the population may be difficult to determine.
B)they are discouraged by the AICPA.
C)they are not allowed by the Statements on Auditing Standards.
D)they are not as effective as statistical sampling.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Nonprobabilistic selection methods cannot provide a measure of the likelihood that any given item will be selected for testing, which can make it difficult to determine the representativeness of the sample.

Nonprobabilistic Selection Methods Are Not Based on Mathematical Probabilities; Therefore