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Question 1231

Which of the following sampling methodologies is PRIMARILY used to detect significant deficiencies?

    Correct Answer: A

    Discovery sampling is primarily used to detect significant deficiencies by examining a sample with the intent of discovering errors, irregularities, or other significant issues that might exist within a population. This method is particularly useful when there is a suspicion of fraud, errors, or other significant problems that may not be apparent through other sampling methodologies.

Discussion
a84nOption: C

Answer C attribute sampling is specifically designed to assess the presence or absence of specific attributes or characteristics within a population

SwallowsOption: A

Discovery sampling is primarily used to detect significant deficiencies by examining a sample with the intent of discovering errors, irregularities, or other significant issues that might exist within a population. This method is particularly useful when there is a suspicion of fraud, errors, or other significant problems that may not be apparent through other sampling methodologies.