An important aspect of selecting a sample _______.
A)involves determining the population and sampling unit
B)involves determining the sample and sampling unit
C)involves conferring with senior management with respect to their sampling preferences
D)involves being as subjective as possible

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In order to select a representative sample, the population must be clearly defined and the sampling unit must be determined. Choosing a sample without considering these factors can lead to sampling bias or an unrepresentative sample. Conferring with senior management or being subjective does not necessarily ensure a representative sample.

An Important Aspect of Selecting a Sample _______