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mohammed behbehani
on Dec 01, 2024
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A newspaper reports that 58% of farmers are planning to plant genetically modified crops this year.The article adds that the poll is based on a random sample of 798 farmers and has a margin of error of 4.5%.
A) 99%
B) 98%
C) 95%
D) 90%
E) Not enough information is given.
Genetically Modified
Describes organisms whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques, typically to achieve characteristics not possible through natural selection.
Margin of Error
A statistic expressing the amount of random sampling error in a survey's results, indicating how much the survey's results may differ from the actual population.
Random Sample
A subset of individuals chosen from a larger population where each individual has an equal chance of being selected.
- Evaluate the appropriateness of sample volumes in relation to specific error thresholds and confidence degrees.
- Examine the effects of survey data on population metrics at a specified confidence level.
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Learning Objectives
- Evaluate the appropriateness of sample volumes in relation to specific error thresholds and confidence degrees.
- Examine the effects of survey data on population metrics at a specified confidence level.