A representative sample is one
A)created by selecting only those participants determined to be representative of the larger population.
B)having characteristics accurately reflecting the characteristics of the population.
C)based on the luck of the draw.
D)known to be a biased sample.

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A representative sample is defined as having characteristics that accurately reflect the characteristics of the population from which it is drawn. This ensures that the sample can be used to make generalizations about the larger population.

A Representative Sample Is One