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Princeton's WordNet

  1. random samplenoun

    a sample in which every element in the population has an equal chance of being selected

  2. random samplenoun

    a sample grabbed at random

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  1. random samplenoun

    A sample randomly taken from an investigated population.

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  1. random sample

    In statistics, quality assurance, and survey methodology, sampling is the selection of a subset (a statistical sample) of individuals from within a statistical population to estimate characteristics of the whole population. Statisticians attempt to collect samples that are representative of the population in question. Sampling has lower costs and faster data collection than measuring the entire population and can provide insights in cases where it is infeasible to measure an entire population. Each observation measures one or more properties (such as weight, location, colour or mass) of independent objects or individuals. In survey sampling, weights can be applied to the data to adjust for the sample design, particularly in stratified sampling. Results from probability theory and statistical theory are employed to guide the practice. In business and medical research, sampling is widely used for gathering information about a population. Acceptance sampling is used to determine if a production lot of material meets the governing specifications.

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  1. random sample

    A random sample is a subset of individuals chosen from a larger set or population where each individual is chosen randomly and entirely by chance. This ensures each individual has the same probability of being chosen at any stage during the sampling process, making it representative of the entire population. Random sampling is often used in statistics or research to eliminate bias and ensure accurate and reliable results.

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of random sample in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of random sample in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5


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