Intro to Industrial Engineering
Selection bias occurs when the participants included in a study or analysis are not representative of the larger population, leading to skewed or invalid results. This bias can arise during the data collection process, often due to systematic differences between those who are selected for a study and those who are not. It’s crucial to identify and mitigate selection bias to ensure that conclusions drawn from data are accurate and applicable to the broader population.
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