A researcher who is conducting an opinion survey asks viewers who are watching a political debate to dial an 0-800 number and record their opinion to the "question of the day". In this case the researcher is likely to have

A) a representative sample.
B) a random sample.
C) a biased sample.
D) a random population.

Biased Sample

A sample that does not accurately represent the population from which it was drawn, often due to systematic exclusion or overrepresentation of particular groups.

Opinion Survey

A method of data collection that involves asking people their views on various topics to gather trends, beliefs, or attitudes.

Political Debate

A formal discussion or argumentation between individuals or teams over political issues, often conducted publicly to influence opinions or policies.