A consumer research group is interested in how older drivers view hybrid cars.Specifically, they wish to assess the percentage of drivers in the U.S.50 years of age or older who intend to purchase a hybrid in the next two years.They selected a systematic sample from a list of AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) members.Based on this sample, they estimated the percentage to be 17%.The sampling frame for this study is ________________________ .
A)all drivers in the U.S.50 years of age or older
B)17%
C)the list of AARP members
D)how older drivers view hybrid cars
E)none of the above

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The sampling frame refers to the source from which the sample is drawn. In this case, it is the list of AARP members, as the systematic sample was selected from this list.

A Consumer Research Group Is Interested in How Older Drivers