Multiple Choice
Probability-proportional-to-size (PPS) sampling should not be used when:
A) the number of units in the population is unknown at the start of sampling.
B) the variability of the population is unknown.
C) book values for sampling units are not available.
D) transactions and balances are tested for overstatement.
E) testing plant asset additions.
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