Probability samples are based on:
A) the accuracy of the samples.
B) chance selection procedures.
C) the reference given by members of a research group.
D) the funds allocated for the research and investigation.
E) the popularity of a sample.

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Probability samples are based on chance selection procedures, meaning every member of the population has an equal and independent chance of being selected for the sample. This allows for the sample to be representative of the population and for the results to be generalized back to the population with a known level of precision. The other options (accuracy of the samples, reference given by members of a research group, funds allocated for research, and popularity of a sample) do not directly relate to the basis of probability samples.

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