Systematic Sampling Is Similar to Simple Random Sampling

Multiple Choice

Systematic sampling is similar to simple random sampling. Which of the statements below about systematic sampling does not relate to the systematic sampling and simple random sampling similarity?

A) The random numbers do not have to be matched with individual elements.
B) Each population element has a known and equal probability of selection.
C) If the population elements are arranged in a manner unrelated to the characteristic to interest, systematic sampling will yield results quite similar to simple random sampling.
D) Systematic sampling is a type of probability sampling.