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Section 1.4
Critical Thinking_Probability & Statistics - Math 1530
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Bad Graphs | |
| Voluntary Response Samples | Self-Selected Sample One in which the respondents themselves decided whether to be included. |
| Correlation & Causality | Concluding that one variable causes the other variable due to the fact the variables are linked. |
| Small Samples | Conclusions should not be based on samples that are far too small. Ex: basing a school suspension rate on a sample of only 3 students |
| Misuses of Percentages | If you take 100% of a quantity, you take it all. |
| Loaded Questions | "Loaded" or intentionally worded to elicit a desired response. |
| Nonresponse | |
| Missing Data | Can dramatically affect results. |
| Self-Interest Studies | Parties with interest to promote will sponsor studies. |