Why It Is a Bad Idea to Draw Conclusions from Anecdotal

question 35

Multiple Choice

Why it is a bad idea to draw conclusions from anecdotal evidence?

• A) Such conclusions usually go against common sense.
• B) Anecdotes are reliable only if they come from experts, which they rarely do.
• C) Anecdotes are a single-blind technique, not a double-blind method.
• D) There is no way to know if the anecdote is true or if it will generalize to other people and situations.

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Definitions:

Socialization

The method through which people absorb and assimilate the customs, principles, and actions deemed suitable for their community or social circle.

Peer Experiences

The shared or similar experiences, feelings, or responses individuals have within a group or in relation to each other.

Cognitive Impairment

A reduction in cognitive functions such as memory, decision-making, and attention, which can interfere with daily life activities.

Safety

The condition of being protected from or unlikely to cause danger, risk, or injury.