In Florida, members of the citrus industry make extensive use of statistical methods. One issue involves how growers are paid for oranges used to make orange juice. A sample is taken from each...

In Florida, members of the citrus industry make extensive use of statistical methods. One issue involves how growers are paid for oranges used to make orange juice. A sample is taken from each truckload of oranges. This sample is weighed and squeezed, and the amount of sugar in the juice is measured. Based on these sample results, an estimate is made of the total sugar in the truckload. Payment is based on the % of sugar. In a similar vein, how do customs officers decide how many boxes to inspect in a company’s shipments at the docks? How about the security checks at airports? Any concerns with using samples and inference in these situations?