Examples of the Use of Statistics in Society.

Hinders, Duane C.

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ERIC Number: EJ409317

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Publication Date: 1990

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Examples of the Use of Statistics in Society.

Hinders, Duane C.

Mathematics Teacher, v83 n2 p136-41 Feb 1990

Discusses the use or misuse of statistics or probability in society. Presented are examples from opinion polling, sports, the 1970 draft lottery, and the law. Lists 18 references. (YP)

Descriptors: Data Interpretation, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Logic, Probability, Science and Society, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics, Statistical Inference, Statistics

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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