Misleading Statistics and Graphs
Evaluating the validity of statistical claims found in media and reports.
Key Questions
- How does the sample size affect our confidence in a statistical conclusion?
- In what ways can data be cherry picked to support a specific bias?
- What questions should we ask when presented with a new statistic in the news?
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
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