A senator wants to know how the general public feels about a specific bill that has been proposed in Congress. The senator chooses to pay a major university to conduct a random telephone poll. Which of the following explains why this is the most scientific approach?

A major university will be perceived as being neutral on the issue.

A major university will have the resources to conduct an accurate survey.

A random telephone poll will reach the widest number of people to ensure a large enough sample size.

A random telephone poll will yield the most accurate information that will be reflected in future elections.