The correct answer is "sample." ideally these are randomly selected observations as to prevent bias. we can assume the samples that are unaffected by systemic bias represent the population due to rules of the normal distribution.
In the Mayflower Compact, those who signed it, also agreed to the creation of a society that would preserve order and to help them reach their goals. They agreed to create several laws, offices and constitutions that would aid the common good. They also agreed that the laws they created would be supreme and agreed to abide by them.
