To avoid sampling bias, we could create a list of convicted felons sorted by offense type, age, or some other characteristic of the population.

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Creating a list sorted by specific characteristics does not inherently avoid sampling bias; it's how the sample is drawn from that list that determines bias avoidance. Random selection from the entire population of interest is key to minimizing sampling bias.

To Avoid Sampling Bias, We Could Create a List of Convicted