The editors of Scientific American are able to obtain a representative sample of their readers in order to assess their attitudes toward preservation of the rainforests in Costa Rica. When interpreting the results of their survey, the editors will be able to ________.
A) apply the results to the entire U.S. population
B) apply the results to Costa Rica
C) apply the results to subscribers of Scientific American
D) apply the result to scientists

Question

The editors of Scientific American are able to obtain a representative sample of their readers in order to assess their attitudes toward preservation of the rainforests in Costa Rica. When interpreting the results of their survey, the editors will be able to ________.
A) apply the results to the entire U.S. population 
B) apply the results to Costa Rica
C) apply the results to subscribers of Scientific American 
D) apply the result to scientists

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The survey was conducted among the readers of Scientific American, so the results can only be applied to this specific population. It cannot be assumed that the attitudes of Scientific American readers necessarily represent those of the entire US population, Costa Ricans, or scientists in general.

The Editors of Scientific American Are Able to Obtain a Representative