margin of error
Plural
margins of error
1
the range within which the true value is expected to fall, accounting for potential inaccuracies in measurement or sampling
- The poll results have a margin of error of ±3%, indicating the possible range of true public opinion.
- When calculating the survey's margin of error, the researchers considered the sample size and variability.
- A smaller margin of error suggests more confidence in the accuracy of the results.
- Engineers included a margin of error in their measurements to account for slight imperfections.
- Understanding the margin of error helps in interpreting the precision of statistical findings.
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