In applying classical variables sampling, an auditor attempts to:
A)estimate a qualitative characteristic of interest.
B)determine various rates of occurrence for specified attributes.
C)discover at least one instance of a critical deviation.
D)predict a monetary population value within a range of precision.

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Classical variables sampling is a method used to estimate monetary population values within a specific range of precision. The auditor selects a sample of items and measures a numeric attribute, such as dollar amounts, to estimate the value of the population. The goal is to predict a certain monetary value with a level of precision determined by the auditor.

In Applying Classical Variables Sampling, an Auditor Attempts To