In a sample survey, the difference between the sample estimate and the true population value is called: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In a sample survey, the difference between the sample estimate and the true population value is called:
A. Bias
B. Response error
C. Non-sampling error
D. Sampling error
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Sampling error arises because only a part of the population is surveyed.

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