All of the following are reasons for collecting a sample instead of conducting a complete census EXCEPT _____.
A) contacting the entire population generally would be costly and time consuming
B) it is often difficult, if not impossible, to locate all the elements
C) use of the elements may destroy them
D) properly selected samples provide information that is sufficiently accurate
E) there is never any reason to have to conduct a census

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The option "there is never any reason to have to conduct a census" is a false statement. There can be situations where a census might be necessary despite its cost and time-consuming nature.

All of the Following Are Reasons for Collecting a Sample