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In a poll of students at the hockey championship, 87% of the students say that hockey is better than baseball.

(a) Explain why it is not a valid conclusion to say that hockey is more popular than baseball at the school.

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Answer:

Sample Bias

Explanation:

If you sample Hockey players on if their sport is better than baseball, chances are they will vote for their sport being better.

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