Question 11 of 15 • Probability and Statistics with Applications Honors Sem-1-FL-1210300 (2024-2025)
A nutritionist would like to estimate the number of times adults exercise each week. To collect information, the nutritionist emails the members of the local fitness center. Which of the following describes the bias that may arise from the results?
Answer
A
This is a convenience sample and likely overestimates the frequency of exercise.
B
This is a convenience sample and likely underestimates the frequency of exercise.
C
This is a voluntary response sample and likely overestimates the frequency of exercise.
D
This is a voluntary response sample and likely underestimates the frequency of exercise.