Which of the following would constitute the BEST random sample of a university population?
A)The residents who live in the dorms, who represent 70% of the university population
B)The students who take classes during the day, who represent 85% of the university population
C)The students whose names were drawn from a list of all students enrolled in classes, a sample representing 30% of the university population
D)The students attending a popular athletic event, who represent 10% of the university population

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A random sample should aim to be as representative of the entire population as possible. Option C, drawing names from a list of all students enrolled in classes, is the most inclusive and unbiased method among the choices, despite representing only 30% of the population. It does not limit the sample to specific locations, times, or interests, thus providing the best chance for a random and representative sample.

Which of the Following Would Constitute the BEST Random Sample