Researchers use formulas to calculate the sample size they need, the difference between the sample result and population value are___________________.
A) levels of confidence
B) sample size
C) acceptable error
D) none of the above

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Acceptable error refers to the maximum amount of difference between the sample result and the population value that is considered acceptable by the researcher. This is used in calculating the sample size needed for a study. Levels of confidence refer to the degree of certainty in the accuracy of the sample result and sample size is the number of participants in the study. None of the above correctly completes the sentence.

Researchers Use Formulas to Calculate the Sample Size They Need