A representative sample is one that
A)contains every possible score on the dependent variable.
B)accurately reflect the characteristics of the population.
C)is based on a systematic selection of participants.
D)is also known as a biased sample.

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A representative sample is one that accurately reflects the characteristics of the population. While options A and D are incorrect as a representative sample does not need to contain every possible score on the dependent variable and should not be biased, option C is partially correct as a representative sample may involve a systematic selection of participants, but this alone does not make it representative.

A Representative Sample Is One That