Which one of the following is TRUE about simple random sampling?
A) Every respondent has a 95% probability of being chosen in the sample.
B) Every respondent has an equal probability of completing the survey.
C) Every member of a sample has an equal chance of completing the survey.
D) Every member of a population has an equal chance of being chosen for the sample.

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Simple random sampling means that every member of the population has an equal chance of being chosen for the sample. Option A is incorrect because the probability of being selected may differ from respondent to respondent, depending on the sample size. Option B and C are incorrect because they do not consider the probability of selection, which is the essence of simple random sampling.

Which One of the Following Is TRUE About Simple Random