A class consists of 30 students and the instructor wants to take a simple random sample of 5 students from this class. Which of the following represent the labels that are needed in order to select the sample using a random number table?
A) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
B) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, …, 30.
C) 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, …, 30.
D) 01, 02, 03, 04, 05.

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Since there are 30 students, each student needs a unique label to ensure an equal chance of selection. Using two-digit labels (01, 02, ..., 30) allows for a consistent format that accommodates all 30 students, making it easier to use a random number table.

A Class Consists of 30 Students and the Instructor Wants