In practice,simple random sampling should be strongly considered
A)if the population is small and can be numbered easily.
B)in telephone surveys where random digit dialing programs may be used to generate numbers.
C)when population units are stored in an electronic file allowing computer programs to randomly select the sample.
D)All of these are situations that allow for the practical application of simple random sampling.
E)None of the situations allow the practical application of simple random sampling.

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All of these situations allow for the practical application of simple random sampling. When the population is small, it is easy to number and select a random sample. In telephone surveys, random digit dialing programs can be used to randomly select phone numbers to call. When population units are stored in an electronic file, computer programs can easily select a random sample. Therefore, these situations provide practical methods for conducting simple random sampling.

In Practice,simple Random Sampling Should Be Strongly Considered