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margin of error
/mˈɑːɹdʒɪn ʌv ˈɛɹɚ/
/mˈɑːdʒɪn ɒv ˈɛɹə/
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
Examples
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.
