Question

Determine whether the data collected in the survey represents a census or a sample.



After examining eight cartons of eggs at a local supermarket, Sheila concludes that
out of every
eggs packaged in the U.S. is cracked.



A
Census

B
Sample

Answer 1

The situation described involves Sheila examining eight cartons of eggs and making a conclusion based on that limited observation. Since she is drawing a conclusion about all eggs packaged in the U.S. based on a small subset (the eight cartons), this represents a sample rather than a census.

Therefore, the correct answer is:

**B Sample**