What is the difference between a census and a sample survey?

What is the difference between a census and a sample survey?

A.
A census attempts to include the entire population in the survey whereas a sample survey only studies some of the members of the population.

B.
A census looks at a larger group than a sample survey to gather information about the population.
C.
A census can study many variables whereas a sample survey can only study one or two.
D.
A census can only be conducted by a government whereas a sample survey can be conducted by anyone.


Answer: B. A census looks at a larger group than a sample survey to gather information about the population.


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