Akasha creates a survey for her sociology course and gives it to her classmates. When she writes up her findings, she generalizes to all college students. Her generalization is unwarranted because her sample was

A) not properly consented.
B) not paid to participate.
C) not randomly selected.
D) coerced.

Not Randomly Selected

Refers to a method of sampling where elements are chosen based on certain criteria instead of random selection, which can lead to biased results.

Generalization

Applying information obtained on a small sample of units (such as people) to a larger population of the units.

Sample

A selection from a larger group meant to represent the whole, chosen for analysis or inquiry to gather data about the broader population.