A probability sampling technique in which the sample is chosen by selecting a random starting point and then picking every ith element in succession from the sampling frame is called ________.
A) simple random sampling
B) snowball sampling
C) cluster sampling
D) systematic sampling
E) succession sampling

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Systematic sampling is a probability sampling technique where every ith element is selected from a random starting point. It is easier and quicker to conduct than simple random sampling and also provides a representative sample of the population. Therefore, D is the correct answer.

A Probability Sampling Technique in Which the Sample Is Chosen