Sampling Error
/ˈsæmplɪŋ ˈɛrər/
Definitions
- (n.) A statistical discrepancy arising when a sample is used to estimate characteristics of a whole population in legal contexts such as jury selection or evidence analysis.
The defense argued that the sampling error undermined the reliability of the forensic evidence presented.
Forms
- sampling error
- sampling errors
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Commentary
In legal drafting and analysis, it is crucial to distinguish sampling error from bias to assess evidentiary significance accurately.
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