Which of the following would be an example of random sampling in a survey study designed to learn more about the student body at a particular college?

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Tossing a coin to determine who will be surveyed from a list of all students enrolled is an example of random sampling, as each student has an equal chance of being selected. Option A is not random sampling, as only students who read the campus magazine and fill out the survey will be included, potentially introducing bias. Option C is convenience sampling, as only customers who visit a particular coffee shop are surveyed, while Option D is purposive sampling, as only members of fraternities and sororities are surveyed.

Which of the Following Would Be an Example of Random