Identify which of these types of sampling is used: random, stratified, systematic, cluster, convenience.
-49, 34, and 48 students are selected from the Sophomore, Junior, and Senior classes with 496, 348, and 481
Students respectively.
A)Convenience
B)Stratified
C)Systematic
D)Random
E)Cluster

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Stratified sampling is used here because the population is divided into subgroups (Sophomore, Junior, and Senior classes) and samples are taken from each subgroup to ensure representation of the entire population.

Identify Which of These Types of Sampling Is Used: Random