When does sampling error occur?
A)When a sample statistic is not equal to the population parameter as a result of nonchance factors
B)When a sample statistic is not equal to the population parameter as a result of chance factors
C)When there has been an error in calculating the standard error of the mean
D)When there has been an error in calculating the sample mean

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Sampling error occurs when there is a difference between a sample statistic and the actual population parameter due to random variation. This is a natural part of sampling processes and is not due to mistakes in calculation or non-random factors.

When Does Sampling Error Occur