Algebra 1
Algebra 1
1st Edition
ISBN: 9780078884801
Author: McGraw-Hill/Glencoe
Publisher: Glencoe/McGraw-Hill School Pub Co
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Chapter 12, Problem 15PT
To determine

To state: that sample is biased or unbiased.

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Answer to Problem 15PT

The sample is unbiased.

Explanation of Solution

Given information:

Each person leaving the Maxtowne mall is asked to name their favorite clothing store in the mall.

Each person leaving the Maxtowne mall is asked to name their favorite clothing store in the mall.

because the mall is specific, so the sample is unbiased.

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