Damned Lies and Statistics: Untangling Numbers from the Media, Politicians, and Activists,New

Damned Lies and Statistics: Untangling Numbers from the Media, Politicians, and Activists,New

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Here, by popular demand, is the updated edition to Joel Best's classic guide to understanding how numbers can confuse us. In his new afterword, Best uses examples from recent policy debates to reflect on the challenges to improving statistical literacy. Since its publication ten years ago, Damned Lies and Statistics has emerged as the goto handbook for spotting bad statistics and learning to think critically about these influential numbers.

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  • Q: What is the main topic of 'Damned Lies and Statistics'? A: The book focuses on understanding how numbers can be misleading, exploring the challenges of statistical literacy in media, politics, and activism.
  • Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author is Joel Best, who provides insights into the misuse of statistics.
  • Q: What is the publication date of the updated edition? A: The updated edition was published on August 7, 2012.
  • Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 224 pages.
  • Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
  • Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
  • Q: Is there any specific edition of the book? A: Yes, it is the 'First Edition, Updated'.
  • Q: What features does the book offer? A: It is a used book in good condition, making it a reliable choice for readers.
  • Q: In which category is the book listed? A: The book is categorized under 'United States'.
  • Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn how to critically evaluate statistics and identify misleading information in various contexts.

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