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Question
There is a certain bias involved in the non-random selection of samples.
Options
True
False
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Solution
This statement is true.
Explanation:
Non-random selection of items obstructs the equal chance of every item of the Universe of getting selected. Hence, there may be a high probability of involvement of the personal biases of the investigator in the non-random sample selected.
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