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Statistical Issues

Question 4 • Psychology A

Which of the following is not true in regard to the benefit of statistics?

Answer
A
Statistics promotes positive change.
B
Statistics promotes limitation in perception.
C
Statistics improves clarity.
D
Statistics increases knowledge.

Explanation

Statistics can support positive change, improve clarity, and increase knowledge by helping people interpret evidence and make informed decisions. It does not promote limitation in perception; instead, statistical evidence can broaden understanding when interpreted carefully. Therefore, “Statistics promotes limitation in perception” is the statement that is not true.

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