Question

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if the computed minimum sample size n needed for a particular margin of error is not a whole number, round the value of n____ to the next____ whole number.
a. down, larger
b. down, smaller
c. up, smaller
d. up, larger

Explanation:

When calculating the minimum sample size \(n\) for a given margin of error, if the result is not a whole number, we round up. This is because a larger sample size is needed to ensure the margin of error requirements are met. Rounding up to the next larger whole number provides a sufficient sample size.

Answer:

D. up, larger