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If E(θˆ)=θ, then θˆ is said to be_______________?

Correct answer: A. Unbiased

  • A. Unbiased
  • B. Consistent
  • C. Sufficient
  • D. Efficient

Explanation

An estimator is unbiased when its expected value equals the parameter it estimates, so E(θ̂)=θ is the defining condition. Consistency concerns convergence as the sample size increases, not equality of expectations.

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