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Which of the following statements about 'Simple Random Sampling' is true?

A
Sampling is based on similar characteristics
B
Suitable for large heterogeneous population
C
Complete list of items within the sampling frame is not required
D
Every element in the population has an equal probability of being included
High-Yield Explanation
Simple random sampling is done by assigning a number to each of the units in the sampling frame. A table of random numbers is used. With this procedure, each unit has an equal chance of being drawn in the sample. It provides the greatest number of possible samples. Ref: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine By K. Park, 19th Edition, Page 702; Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques By C. R. Kothari, 2nd Edition, Page 60

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