Which of the following describes periodic sampling?
A) It is a sampling method based solely on expert opinion.
B) It is a sampling method based on selecting a time and then sampling the products after that time.
C) It is a sampling method based on selecting every nth item from a population.
D) It is a sampling method exclusively used for population that is divided into subsets.

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Periodic sampling involves selecting every nth item from a population. This is useful when there is a large population and it is not practical to sample every single item. By selecting every nth item, a representative sample can still be obtained.

Which of the Following Describes Periodic Sampling