Suppose that in an experiment, data obtained from a subset of samples differ from the results obtained from the entire experimental group. This could be explained by ____.
A)probability
B)trend analysis
C)inductive reasoning
D)statistical significance
E)sampling error

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Sampling error can occur when a subset of samples is not representative of the entire experimental group, leading to differences in results. Choice A (probability) and choice D (statistical significance) are related to the likelihood of obtaining certain results, but do not explain differences between subsets and the larger group. Choice B (trend analysis) may be used to identify patterns in data, but is not directly related to differences between subsets. Choice C (inductive reasoning) involves drawing conclusions based on specific observations, but does not address the issue of subset differences.

Suppose That in an Experiment, Data Obtained from a Subset