The multiplier for a confidence interval is determined by
A) the desired level of confidence and the sample size.
B) the desired level of confidence but not the sample size.
C) the sample size but not the desired level of confidence.
D) neither the sample size nor the level of confidence.

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The multiplier for a confidence interval primarily depends on the desired level of confidence and is derived from the distribution (e.g., Z-distribution for large samples or T-distribution for smaller samples) relevant to the confidence level chosen. It does not directly depend on the sample size.

The Multiplier for a Confidence Interval Is Determined by