A basic principle of probability sampling is that a sample will be representative of the population from which it is drawn if ____.

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Probability sampling ensures that every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected for the sample, which helps ensure that the sample is representative of the population. Choices B and C, on the other hand, do not guarantee representativeness and may introduce biases into the sample. Choice D is incorrect because one of the options is correct, and therefore, this answer choice is not accurate.

A Basic Principle of Probability Sampling Is That a Sample