When sampling from a population, the sample mean will:
A) typically exceed the population mean.
B) likely be different from the population mean.
C) always be closer to the population mean as the sample size increases.
D) likely be equal to the population mean if proper sampling techniques are employed.

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The sample mean is an estimate of the population mean and will likely differ due to sampling variability, though it can be closer with larger sample sizes.

When Sampling from a Population, the Sample Mean Will