A method used by pollsters to select a representative sample in which every individual in the population has an equal probability of being selected as a participant is called

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Probability sampling ensures that every individual in the population has an equal chance of being selected for the sample, thus providing a representative sample. Random digit dialing (A) is a specific type of probability sampling used for telephone surveys. Selection sampling (C) and representative registry (D) are not commonly used terms in the field of statistics or polling research. Democratic sampling (E) is not a recognized term or method in polling research.

A Method Used by Pollsters to Select a Representative Sample