Enumeration

Pronunciation
/ih-noo-muh-RAY-shun/
Category
Sampling
Singular
Enumeration
Plural
Enumerations

Definition

A complete count of all individuals within a defined sample universe.

Etymology

From Latin 'enumerare,' meaning 'to count'.

Example

An enumeration was conducted to determine the total number of monarch butterflies in a specific meadow.

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Usage Notes

Enumeration sampling is often used when complete knowledge of the population size is required.