How does the sample size affect the standard error of measurement when calculating an average?

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How does the sample size affect the standard error of measurement when calculating an average?
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Increasing the sample size generally decreases the standard error of measurement. A larger sample provides a more representative estimate of the population, leading to a more precise average and a smaller standard error.