Systematic sampling is similar to simple random sampling.Which of the statements below about systematic sampling does not relate to the systematic sampling and simple random sampling similarity?
A)Each population element has a known and equal probability of selection.
B)If the population elements are arranged in a manner unrelated to the characteristic to interest,systematic sampling will yield results quite similar to simple random sampling.
C)The random numbers do not have to be matched with individual elements.
D)Systematic sampling is a type of probability sampling.

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This statement does not relate to the similarity between systematic sampling and simple random sampling. In systematic sampling, the selection process begins with a random starting point, but subsequent elements are selected at fixed intervals (e.g. every 10th element), without the need for random numbers to be matched with individual elements. This is different from simple random sampling, where each element is selected independently and randomly without any fixed interval or pattern.

Systematic Sampling Is Similar to Simple Random Sampling