sample universe

[ˈsæmpəl ˈjuːnɪvɜːrs]
nounpl: sample universes
universo amostral
1. In statistics, the entire population or set of all possible observations from which a sample is drawn
The sample universe for the survey includes all registered voters in the state.
O universo amostral da pesquisa inclui todos os eleitores registrados no estado.
2. In quality control and manufacturing, the total batch or lot from which samples are selected for inspection
The quality control team examined items from a sample universe of 10,000 units.
A equipe de controle de qualidade examinou itens de um universo amostral de 10.000 unidades.
3. The complete set of elements, individuals, or items that could potentially be selected in a sampling process
Understanding the characteristics of the sample universe is crucial for valid statistical inference.
Compreender as características do universo amostral é crucial para inferência estatística válida.
This is a technical term primarily used in academic, research, and business contexts in both the United States and Brazil. It is fundamental to statistical methodology and quality assurance practices. In Brazilian Portuguese-speaking countries, 'universo amostral' is the standard technical terminology taught in statistics courses and used in market research, academic studies, and quality control departments.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
populationtarget populationstatistical populationparent population
Antonyms / Antônimos
samplesubset

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
universo amostral
Standard term used in Brazilian statistics and research methodology
São Paulo
universo amostral / população-alvo
Both terms are commonly used in business and market research contexts
Portugal
universo amostral / população estatística
Portuguese preference may lean slightly toward 'população estatística' in academic contexts

Related Words

samplingstatistical inferencepopulation parametersampling framerepresentative sample

Related Idioms & Phrases

draw from the sample universe
represent the sample universe
define the sample universe
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