The subset of a population from which a researcher collects data is known as a:
A) census.
B) selection bias.
C) sample.
D) survey.

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A sample is a subset of a population that is selected for research purposes. A census attempts to collect data from the entire population, which can be time-consuming and expensive. Selection bias refers to a bias that occurs when the selection of participants into a study does not reflect the true characteristics of the target population. A survey is a method of collecting data, but it does not necessarily refer to the subset of the population that is being studied.

The Subset of a Population from Which a Researcher Collects