A researcher wants to study how religiosity varies by race in the United States. Based on the most recent United States Census data, she finds out what percentage of the population is reported as white, African American, Hispanic, or other. Her sample of 1,000 respondents mirrors these percentages. This is an example of a…

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A representative sample is one that mirrors the characteristics of the population in terms of demographics such as race, gender, age, etc. In this case, the researcher has ensured that her sample of 1,000 respondents reflects the percentages of different racial groups in the general population, making it a representative sample.

A Researcher Wants to Study How Religiosity Varies by Race