When a relationship is found using the Pearson correlation technique on sample data,this does not mean there is a non-zero correlation in the population,because of _____.
A)sampling error
B)sample size
C)restriction of range
D)none of these,since it will always exist in the population if it is present in the sample

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When working with sample data, there is always a chance of sampling error which can lead to incorrect findings. Therefore, a correlation found in a sample may not accurately reflect the correlation in the population.

When a Relationship Is Found Using the Pearson Correlation Technique