When a nonprobability sample is used, the error of estimation
A)reflects the likelihood that an individual from the population will be selected.
B)is underestimated.
C)is unacceptably large.
D)cannot be calculated.

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Nonprobability sampling does not allow for the calculation of error of estimation because it does not involve random selection, making it impossible to statistically infer the sample's characteristics to the population with a known level of confidence.

When a Nonprobability Sample Is Used, the Error of Estimation