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Meaning of selection bias | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

The bias introduced by the selection of individuals, groups, or data for analysis in such a way that proper randomization is not achieved, thereby ensuring that the sample obtained is not representative of the population intended to be analyzed.

countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Deutsch Auswahlverzerrung Bestätigungsfehler Bestätigungsverzerrung
Français biais de sélection
Русский предвзятость подтверждения

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

selection effect Selection Monday selection rule selection sort Selection Sunday Selectional

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