Question

question 11
a sample that ______ is most likely to yield generalizable results

• is small and specifically selected
• is large and randomly selected
• has at least 20 participants
• has at least 200 participants

Explanation:

To yield generalizable results, a sample should be representative of the population. A large sample size helps reduce sampling error, and random selection ensures that every member of the population has an equal chance of being included, making the sample more representative. A small and specifically selected sample (first option) is likely biased. The number of participants (20 or 200, third and fourth options) alone doesn't guarantee generalizability without proper sampling method (like random selection) and appropriate size relative to the population. So the sample that is large and randomly selected is most likely to be representative and yield generalizable results.

Answer:

B. is large and randomly selected