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QuizMultiple Choice

Statistical Issues

Question 16 • MO-Psychology

Which of the following statements representing limitations of statistics is not true?

Answer
A
Statistics offers information that only applies to the average population.
B
Statistical results are influenced by inaccurate assumptions.
C
Statistical results are not always reported by valid sources.
D
Statistics often assists in advocating for positive change.

Explanation

A limitation describes something that can reduce the usefulness or reliability of statistics. Results can be affected by inaccurate assumptions or reported by unreliable sources, and statistics often summarize groups rather than every individual. Assisting in advocating for positive change is a useful application of statistics, not a limitation, so D is not true as a limitation.

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