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. Response error
B. Sampling error
C. Bias
D. Non-sampling error
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Sampling error arises because only a part of the population is surveyed.

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Question #1
Which of the following is NOT a test of index numbers?
A. Mean test
B. Time reversal test
C. Factor reversal test
D. Circular test

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Common tests are time reversal, factor reversal, and circular test. 'Mean test' is not standard.

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Question #2
In a 2×2 attribute table, if (A)=400, (B)=500, N=1000, and observed (AB)=250, the expected (AB) under independence is:
A. 400
B. 300
C. 250
D. 200

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Expected (AB) = (A)×(B)/N = 400×500/1000 = 200,000/1000 = 200. Observed 250 > 200 suggests positive association between attributes A and B.

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Question #3
For given data Σp₁q₀=480, Σp₀q₀=400, Σp₁q₁=600, Σp₀q₁=500. Fisher's index is:
A. 120.0
B. 124.9
C. 122.5
D. 121.0

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Laspeyres = 480/400×100=120; Paasche = 600/500×100=120; Fisher = √(120×120) = 120.

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