________ surveys are based on a representative cross-section of the population of interest.
A) Internet
B) Quota
C) Convenience
D) Sample

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Sample surveys are specifically designed to reach a representative cross-section of the population of interest by using a smaller group of people, which is more cost-effective and efficient than surveying the entire population. Quota surveys require researchers to recruit a specific number of participants from different demographic groups until a predetermined quota is reached, but this may not necessarily result in a representative sample. Convenience surveys rely on whoever chooses to participate, which may result in a biased or unrepresentative sample. Internet surveys, while potentially reaching a large and diverse population, may also suffer from biased or unrepresentative samples due to factors such as self-selection and lack of access to technology.

________ Surveys Are Based on a Representative Cross-Section of the Population