Which of the Following Is a Way in Which People

question 117

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a way in which people can mislead others with statistics?

• A) The data presented is too confusing for anyone to understand, which is used to fool people into believing what is being said.
• B) People interpret the data to lead their readers to a desired conclusion.
• C) Graphs are often colourful and their images are distracting.
• D) They can't. Statistics exist to prevent the use of data to mislead.

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Definitions:

Punitive Damages

Financial compensation awarded to an injured party, beyond actual damages, intended to punish the wrongdoer.

Compensate

To provide something, usually money, to someone in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury incurred; to make up for something unwelcome or unpleasant.

Victims

Individuals or entities who suffer harm or loss due to another's actions or events beyond their control.

Invasion of Privacy

Unauthorized intrusion into the personal life of another, without just cause, which can give the person whose privacy has been invaded a right to bring a lawsuit.