Why is random sampling important? Because it makes it easier to make generalizations. For instance, it is difficult to make generalizations about how Covid-19 is affecting people if we use a ...

It's not feasible to contact every member of the population, so only a sample, or a subset, of that population is included when conducting statistical research. The assumption is that the sample is ...

In a recently published news story, we learn about a young doctor, Jake Deutsch, and his personal experience with coronavirus disease 2019. Deutsch tested positive for Covid-19 and checked himself ...