Which of the following is not one of the assumptions of making inferences about a larger population when using univariate tests?
A) the sample must be drawn from the population about which the inference is being made
B) there is an assumption of a non-probability sampling technique
C) when using inferential statistics we assume simple random sampling even when that is not possible
D) inferences only apply to sampling error, not other types of error that may be present

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The assumption of a non-probability sampling technique is not one of the assumptions of making inferences about a larger population when using univariate tests. In fact, probability sampling techniques are preferred in order to ensure the representativeness of the sample and the generalizability of the results to the population.

Which of the Following Is Not One of the Assumptions