+A **sample** is a subset of a larger [Population](/wiki/population), chosen for observation or analysis. It is often used to infer characteristics about the entire dataset or group without having to examine every individual [Data](/wiki/data) point. Careful selection ensures the sample is representative and provides meaningful insights.
+## See also
+- [Statistics](/wiki/statistics)
+- [Survey](/wiki/survey)
+- [Research](/wiki/research)
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