Errors in sampling generally stem from two causes: _____ error and _____ error.
A)design; computation
B)primary; auxillary
C)discrete; random
D)sampling; systematic

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Sampling errors can occur due to either sampling or systematic errors. Systematic errors occur when there is a flaw in the sampling process, while sampling errors occur due to chance variations in the sample selection process. Therefore, the best choice is D, which accurately describes both sources of sampling errors. The other choices are not relevant or accurate in describing the causes of sampling errors.

Errors in Sampling Generally Stem from Two Causes: _____ Error