What can be the most appropriate goal of sampling?

A. To draw as small sample as we can

B. To draw a sample that represents the population

C. To study all the units in which researchers are interested

D. To find out the exact same numbers of population parameters, such as population mean

The option that best represents the most appropriate goal of sampling is option A. Achieving a sample that accurately represents the population is the primary goal of a successful sample.

Option A is inappropriate as in most cases, larger samples are much more desired.

Option C is often not possible. Population data is only usually available as a result of a census. It is extremely difficult and costly to attempt to collect data from an entire population. Thankfully, the field of inferential statistics exists to help research study population parameters without having to actually obtain population data.

Option D would be considered the primary goal of inferential statistics. This would begin with ensuring proper sampling methods are employed. However, it is not the primary objective of sampling in itself.