A researcher collects a small sample and finds that he does not have sufficient evidence to draw a conclusion.He then takes additional observations and finds this evidence inconclusive.He continues making observations until a conclusion can be drawn.He is using
A)random sampling.
B)fixed sampling.
C)sequential sampling.
D)the principle of diminishing utility.
E)nonprobability sampling.

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The scenario describes the use of sequential sampling, where the researcher collects additional data until a conclusion can be drawn. This approach is useful when the initial sample size is too small or when the evidence is inconclusive, allowing the researcher to gather more data and increase the statistical power of the study. The other options (random sampling, fixed sampling, nonprobability sampling, and the principle of diminishing utility) do not accurately describe the approach used in this scenario.

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