________________ refers to a difference between the characteristics of the population and the sample drawn from it, due to the partial representation of the population in the sample and chance differences
A) Nonresponse
B) Inadequate coverage of the population
C) Sampling error
D) Measurement error

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Sampling error refers to the difference between the characteristics of the population and the sample drawn from it, due to the partial representation of the population in the sample and chance differences. Nonresponse refers to a situation where some individuals chosen for the sample do not participate in the study. Inadequate coverage of the population refers to a situation where the sample does not adequately represent the entire population. Measurement error refers to a mistake or incorrectness in the measurement of variables in a study.

________________ Refers to a Difference Between the Characteristics of the Population