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