Which probability distribution is appropriate when sampling is performed without replacement from a relatively small population?
A) Binomial distribution
B) Poisson distribution
C) Hypergeometric distribution
D) Normal distribution
E) Exponential distribution

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The hypergeometric distribution is appropriate when sampling is performed without replacement from a relatively small population. The binomial distribution assumes sampling with replacement and the Poisson and exponential distributions assume continuous or infinite populations. The normal distribution may be used for large sample sizes, but is not appropriate for small, finite populations.

Which Probability Distribution Is Appropriate When Sampling Is Performed Without