(a)
Define population
(a)

Explanation of Solution
A population refers to a group of all items of interest to a statistics practitioner. The overall group of objects about which conclusions are to be drawn are called the population.
(b)
Define sample
(b)

Explanation of Solution
A subset or portion of the population that is actually obtained and that is used to draw conclusions about the population is called a sample.
(c)
Define parameter.
(c)

Explanation of Solution
Parameter refers to any statistical measure that is based on all units in the population.
(d)
Define statistic.
(d)

Explanation of Solution
Any statistical measure calculated on the basis of sample observation is called statistic.
(e)
Define statistical inference.
(e)

Explanation of Solution
If the data consist of different methods for estimating the sample and drawing the inferences about the features of the population, then it is termed as a statistical inference.
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