Which of the following statements about this study is false?
A) Most likely, 17% of those sampled intend to purchase a hybrid in the next two years.
B) Systematic random sampling is a valid sampling technique
C) 17% is a statistic.
D) 17% of all Canadian drivers 50 years of age or older intend to purchase a hybrid in the next two years.
E) None of the statements given in the set of possible answers are false.

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The study does not provide information on the age of the drivers, so statement D cannot be determined to be true or false. The other statements are true: A) reports a statistic from the study; B) systematic random sampling is a valid technique and is used in the study; and C) 17% is indeed a statistic derived from the study. Thus, the false statement is D.

Which of the Following Statements About This Study Is False