When we want to generalize from the behavior of a small group to a large group,we must rely on
A) descriptive statistics.
B) normative statistics.
C) inferential statistics.
D) random statistics.

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Inferential statistics allows us to make inferences about a population based on a sample, which is necessary when we want to generalize from a small group to a large group. Descriptive statistics describe the characteristics of a sample or population, but do not make inferences about the larger group. Normative statistics involve comparing data to a standard or norm, which is not relevant in this scenario. There is no such thing as random statistics.

When We Want to Generalize from the Behavior of a Small