Estimate

In market research and statistics, an estimate is a calculated approximation of a value for a larger population, based on data collected from a smaller sample. Because it is usually impractical or costly to survey an entire population, researchers gather information from a representative sample and then extrapolate the findings to infer results for the wider group.

For example, if 60% of a representative sample state that they are satisfied with a service, this figure can be used as an estimate of overall customer satisfaction across the full customer base.

Since estimates are derived from samples rather than complete populations, they are subject to sampling error. A confidence interval is therefore used to indicate the likely range within which the true population value lies, and to provide a measure of the reliability and precision of the estimate.

Estimates are fundamental to quantitative market research, enabling organisations to make informed, evidence-based decisions without needing to collect data from every individual in their target population.

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