Essentials of Statistics (5th Edition)

by Triola, Mario F.

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0-32192-459-2

ISBN 13: 978-0-32192-459-9

Chapter 1 - Introduction to Statistics - 1-2 Statistical and Critical Thinking - Page 12: 10

Answer

The sampling method is flawed.

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The sample is self-selected which introduces a bias in the results.

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