The only way to be certain that the results of a survey represent the behavior of a particular population is to ensure that the respondents are __________ that population.

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To ensure that the results of a survey represent the behavior of a particular population, we need to ensure that the respondents are randomly selected from that population. This helps to minimize bias and increase the likelihood that the sample accurately reflects the population. Random assignment (Choice A) is used in experimental designs to randomly assign participants to different treatment conditions, but it is not relevant for survey research. Convenient accessibility (Choice C) may introduce selection bias, as it is likely that those who are easier to access may not be representative of the population. Normal distribution (Choice D) has to do with the distribution of variables in a sample, but it is not directly related to ensuring sample representativeness.

The Only Way to Be Certain That the Results of a Survey