Inaccuracies in the information that is obtained represent which type of error?
A)Sampling error
B)Nonobservation error
C)Observation error
D)Noncoverage error
E)Nonresponse error

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Observation error occurs when the information obtained is not accurate due to the method of observation. This could be due to poor instrument quality, human error, or bias in the observer. Sampling error refers to errors that occur due to selecting a non-representative sample. Nonobservation error refers to errors in which a portion of the population is not observed or included in the study. Noncoverage error occurs when certain types of individuals are systematically excluded from the sample. Nonresponse error occurs when individuals chosen for the sample do not respond to the survey.

Inaccuracies in the Information That Is Obtained Represent Which Type