What is bias

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What is bias?

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Bias is a tendency to favor one thing over another, often in a way that is considered unfair.

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What is a representative sample?

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A representative sample is a subset of a population that accurately reflects the members of the entire population.

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Why is random selection important in surveys?

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Random selection helps ensure that every member of a population has an equal chance of being chosen, reducing bias.

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What is the difference between a population and a sample?

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A population includes all members of a specified group, while a sample is a smaller group selected from the population.

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What is survey bias?

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Survey bias occurs when the method of collecting data leads to results that are not representative of the population.

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What is the purpose of conducting a survey?

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The purpose of conducting a survey is to gather information or opinions from a group of people.

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What does it mean to stratify a sample?

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Stratifying a sample means dividing the population into subgroups and then taking a sample from each subgroup.

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What is the significance of sample size in surveys?

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A larger sample size generally leads to more accurate and reliable results.

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What is a biased question in a survey?

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A biased question is one that leads respondents toward a particular answer, influencing the results.

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What is the role of demographics in surveys?

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Demographics provide information about the characteristics of a population, helping to analyze survey results.